Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a rich and creamy comfort food dinner made with tender chicken, crispy bacon, ranch seasoning, and pasta tossed in a smooth cheese sauce. It’s an easy weeknight meal packed with bold flavor and satisfying texture.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts diced
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, cook diced chicken until fully cooked (165°F).
- Step 4: Lower heat and pour in heavy cream.
- Step 5: Stir in ranch seasoning and simmer gently.
- Step 6: Add shredded cheese and stir until melted.
- Step 7: Return pasta and bacon to skillet and toss to coat.
- Step 8: Simmer briefly, then remove from heat and serve.