Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a delicious fusion of creamy ranch sauce, crispy bacon, and tender chicken, all entwined with hearty pasta. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, it promises to be a favorite among both kids and adults. Easy to prepare in just about 50 minutes, this one-pot wonder minimizes cleanup while maximizing taste. Customize it with your favorite veggies or pasta shapes to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 cups half and half
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing seasoning mix
- 6 strips bacon
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups uncooked rotini pasta
Instructions
- In a large skillet over low heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Set aside, reserving drippings.
- Slice the chicken breasts thinly; season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Sear in the reserved bacon drippings over medium-high heat until golden brown. Let rest before cubing.
- Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over low heat; sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour to create a roux, then gradually whisk in half and half until smooth. Add ranch seasoning and cheese; stir until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta and cubed chicken into the sauce mixture; toss gently until coated. Garnish with chopped bacon before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg