Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
Enjoy a deliciously comforting Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta that combines the rich flavors of chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Mix everything until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of ranch dressing based on your preference for creaminess.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg