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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

This quick and hearty Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a one-pan wonder bursting with flavors of crispy bacon, tender chicken, and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta (any shape) Penne works great for capturing the sauce.
  • 1 lb chicken breasts, diced Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled Cook first for crispy goodness.
  • 1 cup ranch dressing Choose your favorite brand or make homemade.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds rich flavor.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Fresh burst of flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Simple seasonings enhance flavors.
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Adds a delightful herbal note.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring a big pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and follow package instructions for al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sautéing the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle a touch of olive oil and add the diced chicken. Cook for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add crumbled bacon and ranch dressing to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  2. Bring the cooked pasta and halved cherry tomatoes into the skillet. Stir until well coated.
  3. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For best results, save a ladle of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Feel free to customize with different proteins or veggies to suit your tastes.