Sure! Here’s a delicious recipe for Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta:
★Ingredients
12 ounces penne pasta (or your favorite pasta)
Chicken:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
2 cups milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Toppings:
Extra grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh parsley
★Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken:
Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Bacon:
- In the same skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and crumble it. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the ranch seasoning mix, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine Everything:
- Add the cooked pasta, chicken, and crumbled bacon to the sauce. Toss to combine and heat through.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add some chopped green onions or a handful of spinach.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out with a little pasta water or additional milk.
Enjoy!