Creamy BBQ Bacon Ranch Chicken Pasta
A savory and creamy pasta dish with grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, grilled and sliced For added flavor, marinate in BBQ sauce before grilling.
- 8 oz rotini pasta You can substitute with other pasta shapes like penne or fusilli.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to use mozzarella or pepper jack for a different flavor.
- 1/2 cup cooked crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream Add extra cream or water when reheating to maintain creaminess.
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing Can be substituted with more BBQ sauce if needed.
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce Plus extra for drizzling on top.
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Boil rotini until it is al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
Making the Sauce
- In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the heavy cream, ranch dressing, salt, pepper, and cheddar cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
Combining Ingredients
- Add the cooked pasta into the sauce and toss to coat every piece of pasta evenly.
Assembling the Dish
- Top the pasta with the grilled chicken slices and crumbled bacon. Drizzle a generous amount of BBQ sauce on top.
Garnishing
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave, adding extra cream or water as needed. You can make it vegetarian by substituting chicken with grilled vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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