In 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, heat 2 quarts water to boiling. Add pasta (from both boxes); return to boiling. Cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in frozen peas; return to boiling. Cook 2 to 4 minutes longer, stirring frequently, until pasta and peas are cooked to desired doneness; drain, and return to pan.
Recipe
Author
General Mills
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Description
Cooked chicken and bacon join forces with ranch dressing and Annie’s™ mac & cheese for a creamy, dreamy one-pot dinner, perfect for a weeknight meal or potluck.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 5
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 2 box(es) (6 oz) Annie's™ Organic Shells & White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese | ||
| ½ c. frozen peas | ||
| 4 tbsp. butter, cut into tablespoons | ||
| 2 c. chopped cooked chicken | ||
| ¾ c. milk | ||
| ½ c. chopped and cooked bacon | ||
| ¼ c. ranch dressing | ||
| Chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley leaves, if desired |
Things To Grab
- 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Colander
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
Directions
Stir in butter until melted. Stir chicken, milk, 1/4 cup of the bacon, the ranch dressing and cheese packages (from both boxes) into pasta in pan; cook over medium-low heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Top with remaining bacon and parsley.
Tips:
Serve with additional ranch dressing drizzled on top of pasta, if desired.
We used rotisserie chicken in this recipe, but any cooked chicken or turkey will work well.
Need more cheese? Top with shredded mozzarella or grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition facts
Servings
570 Calories per serving
(1 1/3 cups each)
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sodium: 850mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 52g
- Protein: 29g
Daily Values
0%
Vitamin A 15%
0%
Vitamin C 0%
0%
Iron 10%
0%
Calcium 15%
Recipe Source:
General Mills