Description
This creamy Chicken Ranch Pasta combines tender chicken, a ranch-infused sauce, and crispy bacon for a comforting family dinner that is simple yet satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 strips Turkey bacon or beef bacon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 small Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Rotini pasta, uncooked
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 1 tablespoon Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons Dry ranch dressing seasoning mix
Instructions
- In a large skillet over low heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning; sear in the skillet over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes per side.
- Cook rotini in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Whisk in flour to form a roux, then slowly stir in half-and-half until thickened.
- Mix in ranch seasoning and cheese until smooth; add pasta and chicken, tossing to coat. Finish with crispy bacon and serve warm.
Notes
This dish is adaptable; feel free to add vegetables or swap ingredients as desired. Fresh herbs make a great finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken pasta, comfort food, family dinner, creamy pasta, ranch dressing