Instant pot Bacon Ranch Chicken Pasta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
726 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant pot Bacon Ranch Chicken Pasta
Description
Instant pot Bacon Ranch Chicken Pasta starts by placing boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked crumbled bacon, minced garlic, ranch dressing mix, and chicken broth into the Instant Pot. Cooking under high pressure for 30 minutes tenderizes the chicken and blends the flavors deeply. After quick releasing the pressure, the chicken is shredded back into the pot.
Heavy whipping cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and partially cooked rotini pasta are then stirred in, allowing the cheese to melt and the pasta to absorb the creamy sauce. The result is a rich, comforting pasta with savory ranch and smoky bacon notes balanced by creamy cheese and tender chicken.
This meal serves well immediately while warm as a satisfying main dish. It combines protein and pasta in one pot, making it convenient and filling for lunch or dinner.
Leftover servings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days and reheated gently to maintain the creamy texture.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 12 trips Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix (1 oz packet)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 16 oz. rotini pasta (cooked to al dente)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts, bacob, minced garlic, ranch mix and chicken broth in an instant pot.
- Seal and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes.
- Do a quick release to release the pressure after the cook time.
- Remove the chicken, shred, and return back to the instant pot.
- Then stir in the heavy whipping cream, cheddar cheese and pasta. Let the meal sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 726 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 726kcal | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 843mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 434mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1183IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 257mg | 26% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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