Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

The classic flavors of chicken, bacon, and ranch all wrapped up in a creamy pasta dish the whole family will love! Dinner is easy with this recipe that combines tasty and simple ingredients.

Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

Ingredients

• 6 Strips of Bacon
• 2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
• 1 Tsp Salt
• 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
• 2 Cups Pasta of Choice Farfalle Pictured
• 2 Tbsp Butter
• 2 Tbsp Flour
• 2 to 2 1/2 Cups Milk
• 2 Tbsp Dry Ranch Seasoning Mix
• 2 Cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded

Instructions

• In a large skillet, cook the bacon until desired crispness. Remove from skillet
• Salt and pepper each side of the chicken breast and cook in the same skillet over medium heat. Cook on each side for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 165 ℉.
• Cook the pasta according to package directions while chicken is cooking.
• Once chicken is fully cooked, remove it and melt butter in same skillet. I also like to chop up the chicken before serving, but that is optional.
• Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk it together.
• Slowly add the milk while whisking. Depending on the consistency you prefer, you may not want to use the full 2 1/2 cups. I did use the full 2 1/2 cups.
• The sauce will start to thicken. Add the ranch seasoning powder and whisk again.
• Slowly add in the cheese and allow it to melt completely.
• Add the pasta and chicken back to the skillet with the sauce and stir. Garnish with the bacon, or you can stir it into the mixture.
• Enjoy!

Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is your new family dinner staple recipe!

When I tell you my family devoured this meal, I am not lying! It was so amazingly delicious and filling! It puts a spin on a chicken alfredo and adds a kick of flavor! My kids and husband had no complaints this night and my youngest hoped there would be leftovers for the next day. So yummy, and of course, so easy!

Why Make Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

You won’t need to wonder if this will be an amazing meal, the empty plates after eating will tell it all! This combines that yummy ranch flavor as well as cheesiness to a chicken and pasta dish. Creamy goodness will satisfy those tastebuds for dinner!

Equipment for Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

All you need is a large skillet, a pot for cooking pasta, a strainer, whisk, and tongs for flipping bacon and chicken. This is a simple meal, so not too many dishes are involved. I love when I can you a skillet or pot for multiple steps of the recipe.

Ingredients for Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

• Bacon – You could leave this out, but you may want to change the name of the dish!
• Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts – Honestly, you could probably use chicken thighs and get some amazing flavor as well!
• Salt – Just add it. Always salt the chicken.
• Black Pepper – Same as I said with the salt, always pepper the chicken.
• Pasta of Choice – Farfalle was my choice. I even use gluten-free pasta.
• Butter – Could also use olive oil, or avocado oil.
• Flour– I used gluten-free flour, but regular works the same. It is being used as the thickener for the sauce.
• Milk – Can also use half and half, but make sure you add less than if you used milk
• Dry Ranch Seasoning Mix – Key ingredient. Otherwise, your dish will have no flavor!
• Cheddar Cheese -Shredded- Medium or Sharp is fine.

Instructions for Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

• In a large skillet, cook the bacon until desired crispness. Remove from skillet.
• Salt and pepper each side of the chicken breast and cook in the same skillet over medium heat. Cook on each side for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 165 ℉.
• Cook the pasta according to package directions while chicken is cooking.
• Once chicken is fully cooked, remove it and melt butter in same skillet. I also like to chop up the chicken before serving, but that is optional.
• Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk it together.
• Slowly add the milk while whisking. Depending on the consistency you prefer, you may not want to use the full 2 1/2 cups. I did use the full 2 1/2 cups.
• The sauce will start to thicken. Add the ranch seasoning powder and whisk again.
• Slowly add in the cheese and allow it to melt completely.
• Add the pasta and chicken back to the skillet with the sauce and stir. Garnish with the bacon, or you can stir it into the mixture.

What to serve with Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

Garlic bread is always a favorite for my family! A side salad is also a great pairing! We sometimes serve a pasta dish on its own with no sides when I know it is a very filling meal!

Can I eat Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta as a leftover?

Absolutely! In my opinion, it tastes just as good the next day. I add a little milk when heating, just to help bring some of the creaminess back.