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May 13, 2025

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This Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is the ultimate comfort food with bold, savory flavors. Crispy bacon and tender, seasoned chicken are paired with orecchiette pasta in a rich ranch-seasoned cream sauce. Melted cheddar, mozzarella, and a final sprinkle of Parmesan bring all the cheesy goodness together. It’s hearty, indulgent, and easy to fall in love with—perfect for a crowd or cozy night in.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

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Ingredients

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Milk and 5 other allergens identified

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Instructions

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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.
2
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and set on paper towels.
3
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp onion powder.
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In the same skillet, cook seasoned chicken in bacon grease until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
5
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Add butter to the same skillet. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
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Pour in heavy cream. Season with remaining garlic powder, onion powder, and ranch seasoning. Simmer for 3–5 minutes.
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Add cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella, and Parmesan. Stir until smooth and melted.
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Mix in cooked pasta, a splash of pasta water, cooked chicken, and bacon. Stir well.
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For extra cheesiness, stir in remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella before serving.
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  • Bacon Crispness Mastery 🥓
    Start bacon in a cold pan and cook slowly to render fat evenly and achieve maximum crispiness without burning.
  • Pasta Water Magic 💧
    Always reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, which helps create a silky, clingy sauce that perfectly coats the orecchiette.
  • Ranch Seasoning Technique 🌶️
    Toast the ranch seasoning in butter for 30-45 seconds before adding cream to bloom its flavors and create a more complex taste profile.
  • Chicken Moisture Lock 🍗
    Brine chicken breast in saltwater for 30 minutes before cooking to ensure maximum moisture and prevent dry, tough meat.
  • Cheese Melting Precision 🧀
    Remove the pasta from direct heat and add cheeses gradually, stirring constantly to create a smooth, emulsified sauce without breaking or becoming grainy.

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