Crockpot Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast
• 1 ranch seasoning packet
• 1/2 tsp blackened seasoning
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 block cream cheese (8 oz)
• 1 bag shredded cheddar cheese (8 oz)
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 lb pasta of choice

Instructions

1. Add chicken breast, ranch packet, blackened seasoning, chicken broth, and cream cheese to the crockpot.
2. Cook on high for 2-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours, until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
3. Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
4. Shred or cube the chicken and add back in the crockpot.
5. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese (reserve a little for topping), heavy cream, bacon, and cooked pasta until creamy and well combined.
6. Top with remaining cheddar cheese and extra bacon bits. Cover for a few minutes until melted, then serve warm.