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BBQ Ranch Meatball & Cheddar Pasta Skillet

BBQ Ranch Meatball & Cheddar Pasta Skillet in 30 Minutes

Experience a delicious BBQ Ranch Meatball & Cheddar Pasta Skillet that transforms ordinary ingredients into extraordinary flavors in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 package Frozen Meatballs Substitute with turkey, chicken, or plant-based meatballs if desired
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Pasta Use gluten-free pasta as an alternative, cooking times may vary
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Opt for a variety that suits your taste—spicy, hickory, or brown sugar-based
  • 1/4 cup Ranch Dressing Can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded Consider Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a different flavor
For Cooking
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian or plant-based options
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking the meatballs and sautéing

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the frozen meatballs to the skillet and cook for about 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned and cooked through.
  2. Once the meatballs are browned, carefully pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and add 2 cups of uncooked pasta to the skillet. Stir everything together, bringing it to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the skillet, cooking for approximately 10 minutes or until the pasta is al dente.
  3. While the pasta cooks, mix 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce with 1/4 cup of ranch dressing in a bowl until well combined. Set this aside.
  4. Once the pasta is al dente, remove the lid and stir the mixture. Pour the BBQ and ranch sauce blend into the skillet, mixing it well with the meatballs and pasta. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes on low heat.
  5. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the skillet. Cover the skillet again and let it cook for about 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is beautifully melted.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Dish the BBQ Ranch Meatball & Cheddar Pasta Skillet onto plates and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Consider adding quick-cooking veggies like spinach or bell peppers in the last few minutes of cooking for an added nutrient boost.

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