Instant Pot Buffalo-Ranch Chicken and Pasta

This dish is so rich and full of flavor. It's a wonderful, quick meal, perfect for another one of those busy nights. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

-4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, cut into chunks

-3 cups water, divided

-1/4 cup hot sauce (we prefer Louisiana style)

-8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature

-1 cup ranch dressing

-1 lb pasta (we like garden rotini, but any will do just fine)

-1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

-real bacon bits, for garnishing

Directions:

Place chunks of chicken, 1 cup of water, and hot sauce in your Instant Pot. Give it a stir.  Place the lid on top, with the valve in the sealed position.  Cook on HIGH pressure manual for 12 minutes.

Do a quick release.

While the IP is doing its thing, mix together the softened cream cheese with the ranch. Pour this over the chicken and give it a stir.  Add the pasta and remaining 2 cups of water.  Stir.  Secure the lid on top with the valve in the sealed position.

Cook on HIGH pressure manual for 4 minutes. Do a quick release. Turn off the IP.

Remove the lid and sprinkle the cheese right on top. Place the lid back on for a couple of minutes to allow the cheese to melt nicely.

Scoop goodness onto plates and garnish with real bacon bits.  Enjoy!