Description
A creamy and comforting pasta dish that combines chicken, bacon, and ranch flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 strips bacon
- Salt/Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (Rotini recommended)
- 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. Set aside and reserve drippings; roughly chop the bacon once cooled.
- Slice the chicken breasts into thinner pieces. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Sear in bacon drippings over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through. Cube the chicken after it has rested.
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic. Add the flour, then gradually mix in the half and half. Stir in ranch seasoning and cheese until smooth.
- Add the drained pasta to the sauce along with the cooked chicken. Garnish with the chopped bacon and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, serve with extra cheese or bacon on top. This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta, chicken, bacon, creamy, quick dinner, comfort food, family recipe