Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    116

Indulge in the creamy, smoky, and tangy delight of Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta! This comforting dish combines perfectly cooked pasta with crispy bacon, tender chicken, and a luscious ranch-infused sauce, all ready in under an hour.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    47 g
  • Cholesterol
    117 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    32 g
  • Saturated Fat
    16 g
  • Sodium
    670 mg
  • Fat
    31 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 8 mins Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. (8 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Cook the Bacon: While the pasta is cooking, place bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, turning occasionally, until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, reserving the rendered bacon grease in the skillet. Once cooled, chop the bacon. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 mins Cook the Chicken: Sprinkle chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning. Add the chicken to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. (8 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Make the Sauce: Rinse out the skillet. Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, until the sauce is smooth and thickened. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Combine Ingredients: Stir softened cream cheese into the sauce until well combined and smooth. Mix in remaining 5 teaspoons of ranch seasoning and season with salt to taste. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Finish the Pasta: Add cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet and mix until well coated with the sauce. Stir in the chopped cooked bacon. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 0 mins Garnish and Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

For an extra smoky flavor, try using smoked bacon.
If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as broccoli florets, sun-dried tomatoes, or spinach for added nutrients and flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 38 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Willis Grady

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My family loves it, and it's so easy to customize with different veggies and cheeses.

  • Amie Kulas

    I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out great! The ranch flavor is perfect, and the bacon adds a delicious smoky taste.

  • Leone Koss

    The sauce is incredibly creamy and flavorful. I like to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra kick.

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