Description
Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich ranch sauce over farfalle pasta. This dish is perfect for both weeknight dinners and family gatherings, promising to delight everyone at your table. With its creamy texture and savory flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 8 oz farfalle pasta
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add farfalle pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Bacon and Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon, leaving drippings in the pan. Add seasoned chicken breasts; cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Create Creamy Sauce: Reduce heat and add heavy cream to the skillet. Stir in ranch dressing, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Add Spinach and Bacon: Toss fresh spinach into the sauce until wilted. Return cooked bacon for added crunch.
- Combine Pasta with Sauce: Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well-coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or swapping chicken for shrimp. Use freshly grated cheese for better flavor; avoid pre-grated options when possible.