Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
A comforting and creamy pasta dish with crispy bacon and cheesy goodness, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded Use freshly grated cheese for the best melting results.
- to taste none Salt
- to taste none Pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons flour
Pasta
- 1 none pasta Use your preferred type of pasta.
Bacon
- to taste none bacon Cook until crispy and crumble.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk (or cream) until smooth, then add the onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Mixing
- Mix in the cooked pasta and crumbled bacon, stirring to coat everything.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
This dish pairs well with a light salad or steamed vegetables. For added comfort, serve with garlic bread or a refreshing cucumber salad. To store, refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat with a splash of milk or cream.