Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
A hearty and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and flavorful ranch dressing, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None specified
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup broccoli florets (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Once done, drain it and set aside to cool slightly.
- Combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, and ranch dressing in a large bowl.
- Mix in the broccoli florets if desired, stirring well until everything is evenly coated.
- Incorporate the shredded cheddar cheese, letting it melt slightly into the warm pasta. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize with different proteins or vegetables. This dish is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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