Best 3 Bacon Ranch Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipes

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**Introducing Bacon Ranch Chicken Alfredo Pasta: A Culinary Symphony of Creamy, Savory, and Comforting Flavors**

Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds and satisfies your cravings for comfort food. Bacon Ranch Chicken Alfredo Pasta is a delectable dish that combines the irresistible flavors of crispy bacon, creamy ranch dressing, tender chicken, and a rich Alfredo sauce, all harmoniously swirled together with perfectly cooked pasta. This recipe offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors, from the crispy bacon bits to the tender chicken and the creamy, cheesy Alfredo sauce. It's a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. With easy-to-follow instructions and readily available ingredients, this recipe is perfect for home cooks of all skill levels. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey and create a meal that will become a favorite in your household.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED BACON RANCH CHICKEN AND PASTA



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This dish combines the flavor of ranch seasoning and salad dressing mix with the creamy goodness of Alfredo in a chicken and pasta dish. Bacon is added for a salty crunch, and broccoli is added to make the dish a complete meal. Add a green salad and some crusty bread for a well-rounded plate.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 ½ cups broccoli florets
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons ranch dressing mix, divided
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (48 ounce) container chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) package small shell pasta
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 ¾ cups milk
1 (1.6 oz) package dry Alfredo sauce mix (such as Knorr®)
½ cup sour cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 slices cooked and crumbled bacon

Steps:

  • Place broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high until steamed and tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove and drain excess liquid; set aside.
  • While broccoli is steaming, place 1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken and pepper, seal the bag, and massage to coat chicken with seasonings.
  • Pour chicken broth into a large pot and bring a boil over medium-high heat. Add shells and return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally until pasta is nearly done, about 10 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking broth.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the hot skillet, working in batches if necessary, and cook until browned on all sides, about 7 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate.
  • Add milk, Alfredo sauce mix, and remaining 2 tablespoons ranch dressing mix to the hot skillet; bring to a boil. Turn off the heat, add chicken and any accumulated juices, pasta, broccoli, sour cream, reserved 1/2 cup pasta cooking broth, salt, and pepper. Transfer mixture to the prepared casserole dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and bacon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly, about 20 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 86.2 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 35.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1388.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

BACON CHICKEN ALFREDO



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"I had a rich pasta dish similar to this at a restaurant," recalls Dana Simmons of Lancaster, Ohio. " It was so unique that i tried to duplicate it at home a few days later. This is remarkably close, but not as fussy because it uses ready-made ingredients rather than being made from scratch."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) fettuccine
1 pound sliced bacon, diced
1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (16 ounces) prepared Alfredo sauce
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings., Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Cook chicken in the drippings over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink. , Drain fettuccine; stir into a skillet. Add the Alfredo sauce, spinach, Italian seasoning and bacon. Cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699 calories, Fat 38g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 1329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

RANCH AND BACON CHICKEN WITH PENNE PASTA



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This bacon and ranch chicken pasta is so very good! I came up with this one night when I had all this chicken to cook. Hope you enjoy this as much as our clan did!

Provided by Bonnie36117

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 5h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon dried thyme
5 cups chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch®)
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 cup milk
1 (8 ounce) package bacon
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a slow cooker. Coat with kosher salt, seasoned salt, black pepper, pepper flakes, and thyme. Pour chicken broth in and around the chicken. Cook on Low for 5 to 6 hours.
  • Shred chicken and place back into the broth. Add cream cheese and stir well to dissolve. Stir in ranch dressing. Add pasta and milk. Stir, place lid back on, and cook on High for 30 minutes.
  • In the meantime, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Mix Cheddar cheese into pasta; crumble in bacon and stir to combine. Cook until cheese is melted and pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657.9 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 157.7 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 51.4 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 2239.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked bacon and frozen chicken breasts.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk and a little butter instead.
  • Add some chopped fresh parsley or chives for a pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This bacon ranch chicken alfredo pasta is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying pasta dish, give this recipe a try.

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