🍝 Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta: The Creamy, Cheesy Dinner Everyone Craves

If comfort food had a fan club, Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta would be the president.

There’s just something irresistible about the creamy ranch sauce, tender chicken, crispy bacon, and perfectly cooked pasta all coming together in one cheesy, satisfying bite. It’s easy enough for a weeknight, indulgent enough for company, and guaranteed to be a hit with picky eaters and foodies alike.

Once you make it, don’t be surprised if it becomes part of your regular dinner rotation.

🧾 Ingredients

Here’s everything you need to make this creamy, flavor-packed pasta dish:

12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite shape)

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped

6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or 2–3 tbsp homemade ranch seasoning)

2 cups heavy cream (or 1 cup cream + 1 cup milk)

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tbsp butter

Salt & pepper to taste

Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta

Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Sauce

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the heavy cream and ranch seasoning mix. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 3–5 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.

Step 3: Add the Cheese

Stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

Step 4: Add the Chicken and Bacon

Add the cooked chicken and crumbled bacon to the sauce. Stir to coat everything evenly.

Step 5: Combine with Pasta

Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet and mix until fully coated in the creamy sauce. Let everything warm through for a few minutes before serving.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

Top with fresh parsley or green onions if desired, and serve hot!

🥓 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

One skillet + one pot = minimal cleanup

Classic flavors – chicken, bacon, ranch, cheese… what’s not to love?