Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a creamy and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a zesty ranch dressing, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Add the cooked pasta to the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat pasta.
- Feel free to add vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta, weeknight dinner, creamy pasta, easy recipe