Description
Cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Skillet is a quick and delicious meal that combines savory flavors, creamy textures, and mouthwatering ingredients into one delightful dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounce penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by boiling the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Once al dente, drain it and set aside.
- In a large skillet, pour in the olive oil and heat it over medium heat. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the diced chicken. When the oil is hot, add the chicken to the skillet and cook until the pieces are no longer pink, usually around 6-8 minutes.
- Next, stir in the crumbled bacon and ranch seasoning mix. Make sure everything combines well for an even flavor.
- Now, pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer.
- It’s time to add the cooked pasta and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Stir everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in that luscious sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Give it a good stir until all the cheese has melted into a creamy, dreamy delight.
- Before serving, sprinkle the chopped green onions on top for a fresh crunch.
Notes
To prevent pasta from sticking, add a tablespoon of oil to the boiling water.
To ensure your sauce is perfectly creamy, let it simmer gently without boiling.
Opt for thick-cut bacon for an extra hearty crunch, and sharp cheddar cheese for a more intense flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg