Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
18 mins
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Total Time
28 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
747 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Description
In this recipe, chicken broth and ranch seasoning are whisked and heated to create a flavorful base. Cream cheese is added and melted to thicken and add creaminess. Uncooked rotini pasta and shredded chicken are incorporated, cooking covered until the pasta is tender and infused with the sauce.
Cheddar cheese mixed in and sprinkled on top adds sharpness and richness, while crumbled cooked bacon introduces salty crisp notes that contrast the creamy texture. This dish blends protein and carbohydrates into a cohesive, satisfying meal that can be served warm and enjoyed as a main course.
It works well for meal prep, with notes describing how to refrigerate leftovers for up to three days, and options to freeze the dish after partially cooking the pasta and increasing the liquid for better texture upon reheating. These steps provide guidance for longer storage and convenient reheating using a stovetop skillet to preserve flavor and consistency.
Ingredients
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing seasoning mix
- 8 ounces cream cheese cut into 1 inch pieces, softened
- 2 cups chicken shredded
- 2 cups rotini pasta uncooked
- 1½ cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 6 lices Bacon cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Whisk 3 cups chicken broth and 2 tablespoons ranch dressing mix in a large skillet over medium heat, until well blended.
- Add 8 ounces cream cheese and cook 1-2 minutes.
- Add 2 cups shredded chicken, 2 cups uncooked pasta, and 1 cup of your cheese, and bring to a boil. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 16-18 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Once pasta is tender, top with 6 slices cooked and crumbled bacon and remaining cheese and serve warm. ENJOY!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the microwave.
- To freeze, increase chicken broth to 4 cups and ranch seasoning to 2.5 tablespoons, and use 10 ounces of cream cheese for extra sauce.
- Cook pasta to al dente (about 10 minutes) before freezing to maintain proper texture when reheated.
- Thaw frozen portions fully before reheating slowly on the stovetop, covering and stirring occasionally until heated through.
- Add bacon and cheese as a finishing touch after reheating for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 747 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 747kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 52g | 80% |
| Saturated Fat | 25g | 125% |
| Cholesterol | 182mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 2069mg | 86% |
| Potassium | 556mg | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1210IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 12.4mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 386mg | 39% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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