Halal Crack Chicken Pasta (Penne) -

Halal Crack Chicken Pasta (Penne)

A creamy, comforting pasta dish with tender chicken, smoky spices, and a rich cheese sauce, all made with halal-friendly ingredients. Perfect for a family-friendly meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 480kcal

Author: Samantha Jones

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
½ cup chopped yellow onion
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 oz packet ranch seasoning
4 cups unsalted chicken stock
½ lb penne pasta
6 oz cream cheese
10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup
8 oz Colby jack cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (for halal smoky flavor)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken cubes, onions, salt, and pepper. Cook 5-6 minutes until chicken is browned and onions soften.
Sprinkle ranch seasoning and paprika into the skillet. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil.
Add penne pasta to the skillet. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15-20 minutes until pasta is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Stir in cream cheese and cream of chicken soup until smooth.
Mix in 1½ cups Colby jack cheese and 1 tbsp parsley. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Cover and let melt for 5 minutes.
Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and extra parsley.

Notes

Substitute 2 tbsp olive oil and ½ tsp smoked paprika for bacon. For smoky flavor. Avoid alcohol-containing ingredients like ranch seasoning if unsure; use a halal-certified alternative.