Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch sauce, and pasta. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix (or homemade ranch seasoning)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- In the same skillet with the bacon grease, add the butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, then sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the sauce. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the crispy bacon pieces. Toss everything together until the pasta is coated evenly with the sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the pasta and cover the skillet with a lid. Let it sit for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish the Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve this creamy and flavorful Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta hot, and enjoy a hearty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any day of the week!