Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe
Looking for comfort in a bowl? This Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe is perfect. It combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich ranch sauce.
Ingredients
- 12 oz 340g pasta of your choice
- 2 cups cooked chicken diced
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and drain.
- Sauté garlic in the same skillet for 1 minute.
- Add chicken and cook until heated through.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, cream cheese, and ranch.
- Mix in cheddar cheese until sauce is smooth.
- Add pasta and bacon to the skillet. Toss well.
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
- Cook pasta al dente for better texture.
- Reserve ½ cup pasta water for a creamier sauce.
- Add broccoli or peas for extra nutrition.
- Use smoked bacon for deeper flavor.