Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the cubed chicken until no longer pink.
- Add the cooked bacon and ranch seasoning mix; stir to combine.
- Pour in the heavy cream and mix well, bringing to a simmer.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine the pasta with the sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
- Serve garnished with sliced green onions.
Notes
- This pasta can be customized with your choice of vegetables.
- For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta