Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta 5 Secrets to the Best Flavor
Love creamy, cheesy pasta? Try this Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta recipe for an easy, flavor-packed meal. Perfect for busy weeknights! Discover now.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts diced
- 10 oz penne pasta
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- Bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add your pasta and cook until al dente. (Don’t overcook no one likes mushy pasta.)
Step 2: Cook the Bacon
- While the pasta cooks, fry the bacon until crispy. The smell alone could make anyone hungry.
Step 3: Prepare the Chicken
- If using fresh chicken, season with salt and pepper, then sauté in butter until golden and cooked through.
Step 4: Build the Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt the butter, then toss in the minced garlic. Stir for about 30 secondsAdd cream cheese and ranch dressing, stirring until smooth. Pour in the milk to reach your desired consistency, then toss in shredded cheddar.
Step 5: Combine Everything
- Add the pasta, chicken, and half the bacon into the sauce. Stir gently until every piece is coated with that creamy ranch
Step 6: Serve It Hot
- Garnish with green onions, maybe some parsley. Serve immediately while it’s still creamy.
Notes
Nutritional Information
- Calories: ~640
- Protein: 36g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fiber: 3g