Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta: Easy Comfort Food for Busy Nights
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a delicious and uncomplicated dish perfect for busy weeknights, blending flavors of creamy ranch, crispy bacon, and tender chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Regular
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and cook the diced chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the chicken, stirring to coat.
- Add heavy cream, garlic powder, and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in cooked pasta and cheddar cheese until combined; add bacon back to the skillet.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed; serve warm.
Notes
- This dish can easily be adjusted for different dietary needs by using gluten-free pasta or dairy-free cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta