Creamy Chicken Bacon Pasta (Printable Version)

Tender chicken and crispy bacon blend with creamy sauce and pasta for a comforting meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
02 - 4 slices crispy turkey bacon

→ Pasta

03 - 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta

→ Dressing and Cheese

04 - 1 cup ranch dressing
05 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Aromatics and Oil

06 - 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
07 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

→ Seasoning

08 - Salt to taste
09 - Black pepper to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente, approximately 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil over medium heat in a skillet. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown, about 6 to 8 minutes.
03 - Stir in chopped turkey bacon and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant.
04 - Pour ranch dressing into the skillet and stir to combine. Simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes until warmed through.
05 - Add the cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss to evenly coat all ingredients.
06 - Plate the dish and garnish with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs as desired. Serve warm.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Use freshly grated Parmesan for optimal flavor and melting consistency.

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