Description
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring chicken, bacon, and ranch dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, combine the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, milk, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until warmed through.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Feel free to substitute turkey bacon for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta