Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cooked pasta
- 2 cups cooked diced chicken
- 6 slices bacon, crispy and crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add cooked chicken, and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, then pour in ranch dressing, mixing well to combine.
- Stir in shredded cheese and crispy bacon, cook until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped herbs or additional bacon if desired.
Notes
Feel free to substitute the ranch dressing with homemade for a fresher flavor. Adjust seasoning according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
- Diet: Protein-Rich
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1020mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg