Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

This Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is one of those dinners everyone gets excited about when they hear it’s on the menu. It’s creamy, cheesy, packed with flavor, and comes together with simple ingredients that are easy to keep on hand.

I especially love this recipe during busy seasons because it feels like comfort food without taking forever to make. Pair it with garlic bread or a simple salad and dinner is done!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Total Time 40 mins

Cooking Method: Simmering

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Dinner

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

This Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is the ultimate easy comfort food dinner! Made with chicken, bacon, ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and cheddar, this quick family-friendly pasta recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

12 oz pasta
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 packet ranch seasoning
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
Spinach
Broccoli
Red pepper flakes
Green onions

Instructions

1
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and cook garlic for about 30 seconds.
3
Add cream cheese, heavy cream, and ranch seasoning. Stir until smooth and creamy.
4
Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
5
Add cooked chicken, bacon, and pasta. Stir until fully coated.
6
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7
Garnish with green onions or extra bacon if desired and serve warm.

Note

Rotisserie chicken works great in this recipe.
Add broccoli to stretch the meal even further.
Save a little pasta water if you want a thinner sauce.
Great reheated for lunch the next day.

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Read it online: https://budgetfriendlykitchen.com/recipe/creamy-chicken-bacon-ranch-pasta/

Taylor

Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I’m Taylor-a busy mom of two, food blogger, and the heart behind Budget Friendly Kitchen. I’m passionate about creating simple, affordable meals for families and love spending time in the kitchen, trying new recipes, and making memories with my family.