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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
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 606 kcal

Equipment

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

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

Instructions
 

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Stir in cream cheese and ranch seasoning until melted and combined. Add pasta water if needed for consistency.
  • 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.
  • 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.