Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy pasta with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch dressing. This dish transforms a simple weeknight into a flavorful family feast. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite ingredients, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 12 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, add seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Once cooked, slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stirring in garlic powder and half of the Parmesan cheese. Let it simmer for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked pasta, sliced chicken, and crumbled bacon into the sauce, stirring until well combined.
- Serve topped with remaining Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Swap chicken for turkey or shrimp for variation. Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.