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Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

A creamy, savory dish that effortlessly combines chicken, bacon, and ranch flavor—perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 6 strips bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 2 cups heavy cream Can be substituted with whole milk or half-and-half.
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish chopped parsley Optional, for a pop of color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Reduce the heat and pour in the heavy cream, adding the ranch seasoning mix. Stir until the sauce thickens.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheese until melted, then add the crumbled bacon.
  5. Toss in the cooked pasta, ensuring it gets fully coated with the sauce. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
  6. Serve garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

For bacon lovers, feel free to double the bacon amount. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.