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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

A comforting dish that combines savory flavors of chicken, bacon, and ranch dressing in a creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 strips bacon
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups uncooked pasta (Rotini recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing seasoning mix

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet over low heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Set aside, reserve drippings, and roughly chop the bacon once cooled.
  2. Slice the chicken breasts into thinner pieces. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
Cooking
  1. Sear the chicken in bacon drippings over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through. Cube the chicken after resting.
  2. Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In the skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add flour, then gradually pour in half and half. Stir in ranch seasoning and cheese until the sauce is smooth.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, then fold in the chicken and garnish with chopped bacon. Serve warm.

Notes

To store leftover Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta, place it in an airtight container once it cools down. You can keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of milk to restore creaminess. For added nutrition, you can include vegetables like spinach or peas.