Description
Indulge in this creamy chicken pasta dish, featuring tender chicken and a rich ranch sauce for a comforting meal that’s quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 slices crispy turkey bacon
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- 3. Add Bacon and Garlic: Stir in chopped turkey bacon and minced garlic, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Make the Sauce: Pour in ranch dressing, stirring to combine. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes until warm.
- 5. Combine: Toss in cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese until everything is coated evenly.
- 6. Serve Warm: Plate your creamy chicken pasta and garnish with extra Parmesan or herbs if desired.
Notes
- Swap chicken with turkey or grilled shrimp for variety.
- Add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to boost nutrition
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (350g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 95mg