Indulge in this delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta recipe! Creamy pasta tossed with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch seasoning for a flavor-packed meal.
Author:Eliana Recipes
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp butter
1/2 cup milk (optional, for adjusting sauce consistency)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in heavy cream and ranch seasoning mix. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Adjust sauce thickness with milk if needed.
Stir in cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, and cooked pasta. Toss until evenly coated.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Add veggies like broccoli or peas for extra nutrition.
Use any pasta of your choice, such as fettuccine or rigatoni.