Go Back
–+ servings
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta | Easy Creamy Ranch Chicken Dinner

Chicken Beef-Bacon Ranch Pasta

david alan
Indulge in a creamy, savory pasta dinner that perfectly balances tender seared chicken, crispy beef bacon, and a rich, herb-infused ranch sauce. This restaurant-quality meal is incredibly easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, using simple pantry staples to create a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish. The combination of melted sharp cheddar and parmesan ensures a velvety, flavor-packed coating for every noodle, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights when you need a hearty, soul-warming dinner without the stress.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American Fusion
Servings 4 servings
Calories 680 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 slices beef bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain and reserve a splash of water.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add diced chicken to the skillet and sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes; remove and set aside.
  • Sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and milk, bringing to a gentle simmer.
  • Whisk in the ranch seasoning packet, sharp cheddar, and parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
  • Return the cooked chicken and crumbled beef bacon to the skillet.
  • Toss in the cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water if needed to adjust the sauce consistency.
  • Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version of the sauce. If you prefer, swap butter for olive oil for added richness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5gCalories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 34gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 850mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!