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June 2, 2025
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.
$2.38 / Serving 
Estimated Price / Serving
18 Ingredients
MEDIUM
Instructions
1
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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.
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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.
25.56 g
Carbs
78.31 g
Fat
39.23 g
Protein
910.75 kcal
Calories
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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