Description

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a creamy, satisfying dish that perfectly blends tender chicken, crispy bacon, and hearty rotini pasta in a rich ranch-flavored cheese sauce. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is both comforting and versatile. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable ingredients, you can create a delightful meal that everyone will love. Serve it warm with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience.

Ingredients

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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 strips of bacon
2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups uncooked rotini pasta
2 tablespoons ranch dressing seasoning mix
2 cups half-and-half

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Instructions

Cook the bacon in a large skillet over low heat until crispy. Set aside and reserve drippings.
Season sliced chicken breasts with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Sear in the reserved drippings until golden brown and cooked through. Cube the chicken once rested.
Boil rotini pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic. Add flour, stirring continuously before slowly adding half-and-half to form a smooth sauce. Stir in ranch seasoning mix and cheddar cheese until melted.
Combine drained pasta with sauce and fold in cubed chicken and chopped bacon. Serve warm.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 600
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 890mg
Fat: 33g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 105mg