Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta: Easy Comfort Food for Busy Nights
A quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Flexitarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 strips bacon, chopped
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the ranch seasoning mix and heavy cream. Mix well.
- Add the cooked pasta and cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir until cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
- Remove from heat and garnish with green onions.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for an easy lunch or dinner.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 700 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta, comfort food, easy recipe