Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add cooked chicken to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until heated through.
- Stir in ranch dressing and grated Parmesan cheese, cooking until the sauce is smooth and heated.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Mix in crispy bacon bits and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the ranch dressing with a homemade ranch or Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 1/4 cups)
- Calories: 620 Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg