Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe
—·American
Ingredients
- 14 ounces penne pasta (or another small pasta shape)
- 4 strips thick-cut bacon (chopped)
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¾ cup cream (any kind 10-30% fat)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
6 steps
- 1
Cook the pasta according to the package directions. In a Dutch oven or large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set on a paper towel.
- 2
Add
- 3
To the bacon fat, add in the chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through. Add in the garlic, ranch seasoning, salt, pepper, and flour. Cook, stirring, for 30-60 seconds or until fragrant.
- 4
Simmer
- 5
Slowly stir in the chicken broth and then the cream. Bring the sauce to a simmer and turn off the heat.
- 6
Stir in the cheese until melted. Then stir in the pasta. Stir in the bacon and parsley. Serve immediately.
Progress
0 / 6 steps
Nutrition
Per serving (based on 6 servings)
Calories
640cal
Protein
35.0g
Carbs
56.0g
Fat
30.0g
Fiber
2.0g
Sugar
3.0g
Sodium
966mg
Saturated Fat
14.0g
