Best 5 Cheesy Chicken Pasta With Broccoli And Bacon Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our exquisite Cheesy Chicken Pasta with Broccoli and Bacon, a delectable dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its rich flavors and textures. Succulent chicken breasts, tender broccoli florets, and crispy bacon come together in a creamy, cheesy sauce, all nestled atop a bed of perfectly cooked pasta. This one-pot meal offers a delightful balance of flavors and nutrients, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. With easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step guidance, our recipe ensures a hassle-free cooking experience. So, gather your ingredients, crank up the stove, and prepare to savor this irresistible Cheesy Chicken Pasta that will become a family favorite.

The article also features three additional delectable pasta recipes to satisfy every palate:

- **Tuscan Sausage Pasta**: Embark on a culinary journey through Tuscany with this vibrant pasta dish. Savory Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach dance together in a light and flavorful sauce, creating a symphony of Mediterranean flavors.

- **One-Pot Creamy Pesto Pasta**: Experience the magic of simplicity with this quick and easy pasta. Silky pesto sauce, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and tender chicken create a harmonious blend of flavors, all in one convenient pot.

- **Lemon Ricotta Pasta**: Treat your taste buds to a burst of citrusy delight. Tangy lemon zest, creamy ricotta cheese, and vibrant asparagus unite in this refreshing pasta dish, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY CHICKEN, BACON AND BROCCOLI RANCH PASTA



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Cheesy Chicken, Bacon and Broccoli Ranch Pasta is a meal in one that is made in one pan and has such amazing creamy ranch flavor! This meal will be a hit with the entire family!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 slices bacon (sliced into pieces)
1 pound chicken breast (cubed)
salt and pepper
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups half and half
1 package dry ranch seasoning
8 ounce penne pasta
2 cups broccoli (chopped)
1½ cups Crystal Farms ® Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese
Chopped parsley for garnish

Steps:

  • In a medium sized skillet, cook the bacon until crisp, remove with slotted spoon and then set aside on a plate. Add the chicken, cook until brown and no longer pink. Set aside on the plate. Drain the remaining grease.
  • Add chicken broth, half and half, dry ranch seasoning mix to the skillet and whisk. Add the penne pasta and broccoli then bring to a boil and cover. Simmer for about 10 minutes or until the pasta is tender. Stir in the cheese and chicken and stir until cheese is melted and heated through.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Sodium 802 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ONE-POT CHEESY BACON RANCH PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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My family would eat this every week. It's a great go-to easy one-pot meal that is complete and satisfying. And cleanup is a breeze!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Macaroni Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 slices bacon
¾ pound chicken breasts, diced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups water
1 cup whole milk
4 cups elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix
3 cups broccoli florets
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook, flipping occasionally until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt and pepper; cook in hot bacon drippings over medium-high heat, stirring often, until chicken is golden brown on all sides, about 4 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside. Chicken will not be fully cooked at this point.
  • Add shallot and garlic to drippings and cook, stirring often, until fragrant, 2 minutes. Stir in water and milk; use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from bottom of the Dutch oven. Stir in pasta and ranch dressing mix. Bring to a boil and simmer for 6 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the Dutch oven and add broccoli. Cook until pasta is tender and chicken is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in Cheddar cheese and sour cream to combine. Crumble cooked bacon over the top and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.4 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 83.2 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 680.2 mg, Sugar 5 g

CHEESY CHICKEN BACON BROCCOLI PASTA RECIPE



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This pasta honestly has so much going for it. It's like an ultra-creamy, cheesy broccoli soup with bacon, chicken, and pasta. Seriously what on earth could be better?? Cheesy. Bacon. Pasta. Need I say more??

Provided by Jane Kaylie

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 oz on, cut into bite sized pieces
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces
2 c diced onion (about 1 onion)
4 c broccoli florets, chopped into bite sized pieces
2 c low sodium chicken broth
1 oz can tomatoes and green chiles
8 oz (about 3 cups) penne pasta
1 c (about 3 cups) penne pasta

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot with high sides, or a dutch oven, cook bacon over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove to a plate with a slotted spoon.
  • 2. Season chicken with salt and pepper to taste. In the same pot with the bacon grease, arrange the chicken in a single layer. -
  • 3. Cook for 5 minutes until golden and browned, flipping once halfway through. Remove with a slotted spoon to the plate with the bacon.
  • 4. If necessary, remove all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease from the pan. Increase heat to high, add the onions and broccoli, and cook until the onions are golden and brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  • 5. Decrease heat to low, add garlic and stir to combine until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove all the veggies to the plate with the chicken and bacon.
  • 6. Add the chicken, bacon, and veggies back into the pot and stir to combine until heated through, 1-2 minutes. Turn off the heat, add the cheese and stir until smooth and melted. Serve and enjoy! -

CHEESY BACON PASTA BAKE WITH BROCCOLI CRUMBLE



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Farfalle pasta, mixed with a creamy and savory sauce, is topped with a riced broccoli crumble and baked as a casserole for a quick, easy, and delicious dinner.

Provided by Diana71

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
7 slices bacon
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 cup shredded Gouda cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup panko bread crumbs
½ cup riced broccoli

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, 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, reserving bacon grease in the skillet. Let bacon cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes; crumble and set aside. Drain cooked pasta and set aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons bacon grease in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic in the hot grease for 2 to 3 minutes. Add crumbled bacon, heavy cream, and 1 tablespoon butter; continue cooking until sauce becomes thick and creamy, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in gouda cheese and stir until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and mix pasta into the cream sauce. Pour mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  • Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a medium, microwave-safe bowl in a microwave for 20 seconds. Mix in panko bread crumbs and riced broccoli; stir very well to coat in butter. Spread mixture on top of pasta.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Continue to bake in the preheated oven until crumble is browned, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498 calories, Carbohydrate 51.1 g, Cholesterol 86.7 mg, Fat 27.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 417.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHEESY EGG AND RICE BAKE



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Mushrooms, onions, broccoli and basil flavor this lunch or dinner do-ahead winner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms (3 ounces)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2/3 cup uncooked regular long-grain rice
1 1/3 cups water
1 cup frozen chopped broccoli
1 cup small curd creamed cottage cheese
3/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (3 ounces)
2 tablespoons Progresso™ dry bread crumbs (any flavor)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (1 ounce)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Lightly grease quiche dish, 9x1 1/2 inches.
  • Mix mushrooms, onion, rice and water in 3-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender. Stir in broccoli and cottage cheese. Stir in remaining ingredients except 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Spoon into quiche dish.
  • Bake uncovered 40 minutes. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until center is hot. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 500 mg

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet or pot. This will help prevent the pasta from sticking together and will also make it easier to stir in the other ingredients.
  • Cook the bacon first. This will help to render out the fat, which you can then use to cook the chicken and vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still tender. Overcooking will make it dry and tough.
  • Use a flavorful cheese. A sharp cheddar or Parmesan cheese will add a lot of flavor to the pasta.
  • Serve the pasta immediately. This is when it is at its best, with the cheese melted and the vegetables still crisp.

Conclusion:

This cheesy chicken pasta with broccoli and bacon is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy pasta recipe, give this one a try.

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