Need to feed the kiddos in 30 minutes? Look no further than this Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta. Easy to make, super filling, and extremely tasty!
Serves: 6
Ingredients
FOR THE CHICKEN:
1 lb. Chicken Breast, cut into small chunks
2 tsp. Italian Seasoning
Salt + Pepper, to taste
3 tbsp. Butter, melted
1 tbsp. Olive Oil
FOR THE CREAMY SPAGHETTI:
1 lb. Spaghetti Noodles
12 Bacon Slices
2 tbsp. Butter
2 Garlic Cloves, minced
2 tbsp. Flour
2 cups Milk
4 oz. Cream Cheese
1 oz. Ranch Seasoning Packet
Italian Parsley, for garnish
Parmesan Cheese, for garnish
Instructions
Cut chicken breasts into small chunks and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Saute the chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat with melted butter and olive oil until browned. Internal temperature should be 165F.
While the chicken cooks, crisp the bacon. You can do this by placing the strips on a baking sheet at 400F for 20 - 23 minutes or pan fry the slices in a separate skillet.
Cook spaghetti noodles (or any shape of pasta you prefer) according to packaged directions. Be sure to save 1 cup of starchy pasta water to marry the sauce to the noodles.