Description
A comforting dish combining chicken, bacon, and ranch seasoning with creamy cheese sauce and pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 strips bacon
- Salt/Pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups uncooked rotini pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 cups half and half
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing seasoning mix
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over low heat until crispy. Set aside and chop once cooled.
- Prepare the chicken by slicing and seasoning with salt, pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Sear in reserved drippings until cooked. Cube the chicken.
- Boil the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
- Make the sauce by melting butter in the skillet, sautéing garlic, adding flour, and gradually stirring in half and half. Mix in ranch seasoning and cheese until smooth.
- Combine the drained pasta with the sauce and cubed chicken. Top with chopped bacon and serve warm.
Notes
Garnish with extra cheese or fresh herbs for added flavor, and serve with a salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American