Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a comforting dish made with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, and half of the shredded cheese in a large bowl.
- Add cherry tomatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with chopped green onions if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For added flavor, try sautéing minced garlic or adding veggies like spinach or bell peppers. This dish works well with gluten-free pasta too.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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