Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a delightful combination of creamy ranch sauce, crispy bacon, and tender chicken enveloped in hearty pasta. This dish is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a lively gathering with friends. The rich, cheesy sauce clings to every noodle, ensuring each bite is bursting with flavor. Quick to prepare and kid-friendly, this Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta will quickly become a family favorite. Plus, it can be easily customized with your choice of veggies or proteins for added nutrition and variety.
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 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups uncooked Rotini pasta
Instructions
- In a large skillet over low heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Set aside and reserve the drippings.
- Slice the chicken breasts thinly, season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook in the reserved drippings over medium-high heat until golden brown; then cube the chicken.
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook Rotini pasta until al dente; drain well.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in flour to create a roux; gradually add half-and-half until smooth. Mix in ranch seasoning and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine drained pasta with the sauce and cubed chicken; stir well to coat. Garnish with chopped bacon before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg