Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
A creamy, cheesy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and rich ranch flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 strips bacon
- Salt/Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (Rotini recommended)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 cups half and half
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing seasoning mix
Instructions
- In a large skillet over low heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Set aside and reserve the drippings. Once cooled, chop the bacon roughly.
- Slice the chicken breasts into thinner pieces. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Sear in the bacon drippings over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through. Once done, let it rest before cubing.
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Add flour and gradually stir in the half and half. Mix in the ranch seasoning and cheese, stirring until you have a smooth sauce.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, followed by the cubed chicken. Garnish with the crispy bacon and serve warm.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to a month.
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