Ingredients
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- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 4 slices bacon, crispy and crumbled
- 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook diced chicken until cooked through; season with salt and pepper.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in ranch dressing and cooked pasta, mixing well to coat evenly.
- Add crumbled bacon and Parmesan cheese, stirring until combined and heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust ranch dressing amount for creamier or lighter sauce.
- You can add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg