Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Bake for Cozy Family Dinners
Creamy pasta with chicken, bacon, and ranch-style sauce, creating a rich and filling dish for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces penne pasta
2 chicken breasts, diced
6 bacon slices, chopped
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup milk
1 packet ranch seasoning
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta and set aside.
- Cook bacon until crisp.
- Cook chicken in bacon fat until golden.
- Add garlic and stir briefly.
- Pour in cream, milk, and seasoning.
- Add cheese and stir until smooth.
- Mix in pasta and bacon.
- Serve warm with parsley.
Notes
Adjust sauce thickness with milk or pasta water. Cook chicken fully but avoid drying.