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A close-up shot of a serving plate on the white marble cooktop, showcasing a generous portion of Chicken Pasta with Creamy Ranch Sauce. The dish is garnished with fresh chopped parsley, adding a pop of color to the warm, creamy, and savory pasta, ready to be enjoyed.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe

This Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dish loaded with crispy bacon, tender chicken, and a rich ranch-infused sauce. It's quick, comforting, and absolutely delicious!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 606
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ¾ cups uncooked rotini pasta
  • 4 thick-cut bacon slices
  • 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing mix
Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 ½ cups 2% milk
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water Optional
  • 1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • 5 teaspoons dry ranch dressing mix
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet or pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Colander (for draining pasta)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water if needed.
    A close-up shot of a large stainless steel pot on a white marble cooktop, filled with boiling water and uncooked rotini pasta. Steam rises as the pasta cooks to al dente, while a measuring cup is placed nearby to reserve pasta water for the Chicken Pasta with Creamy Ranch Sauce.
  2. In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove, crumble, and set aside, leaving a bit of grease in the pan.
    A close-up shot of a black skillet on a white marble cooktop, where thick-cut bacon slices are sizzling in their own rendered fat. The bacon is cooked until crispy, then crumbled onto a small plate, leaving a glossy layer of grease in the skillet, ready to enhance the flavors of the Chicken Pasta with Creamy Ranch Sauce.
  3. Add chicken pieces to the skillet, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning, and cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove from pan.
    A close-up shot of the same black skillet on a white marble cooktop, where bite-sized chicken pieces are sizzling. The chicken is seasoned with dry ranch seasoning and is seared until golden brown with a slightly crisp exterior, ensuring tenderness and flavor for the Chicken Pasta with Creamy Ranch Sauce.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute. Slowly add milk, whisking to create a smooth sauce.
    A close-up shot of the black skillet on a white marble cooktop, where softened cream cheese is melting into the sauce. Extra ranch seasoning is stirred in, creating a rich, creamy texture. A splash of reserved pasta water is added if needed to adjust the consistency for the Chicken Pasta with Creamy Ranch Sauce.
  5. Stir in cream cheese and ranch seasoning until melted and combined. Add pasta water if needed for consistency.
  6. Return the cooked pasta, chicken, and bacon to the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the sauce.
    A close-up shot of the black skillet on a white marble cooktop, as cooked rotini pasta, golden seared chicken, and crispy crumbled bacon are tossed together in the luscious creamy ranch sauce. Every piece is coated evenly, ensuring a perfectly combined dish.
  7. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top, serve warm, and enjoy!
    A close-up shot of a serving plate on the white marble cooktop, showcasing a generous portion of Chicken Pasta with Creamy Ranch Sauce. The dish is garnished with fresh chopped parsley, adding a pop of color to the warm, creamy, and savory pasta, ready to be enjoyed.