Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) of your favorite creamy chicken pasta
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 6 slices of bacon, crispy and chopped
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bacon until crispy, then chop into small pieces. In the same pan, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Toss in the cooked shredded chicken and bacon, stirring to combine.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a separate saucepan, combine ranch dressing, heavy cream, and shredded cheese, heating until smooth and cheesy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, then stir in chicken and bacon mixture. Let simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors. Top with additional cheese and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked bacon for maximum crispiness and flavor.
- Add hot sauce or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or basil for added freshness.
- To make it healthier, substitute heavy cream with milk or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Contains Dairy, Contains Gluten
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 550 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg