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A close-up of creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Penne pasta in a bowl, topped with crispy bacon.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Penne

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring chicken, bacon, and a ranch-inspired sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound penne pasta
For the Chicken and Bacon
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Ranch Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and milk. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the ranch seasoning mix and Parmesan cheese. Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the cooked penne pasta and crumbled bacon. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

You can add vegetables like broccoli or peas for extra color and nutrients. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

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