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Savory Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

This Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please the whole family. It is a creamy and flavorful combination of chicken, bacon, and ranch dressing that is sure to be a hit.

Ingredients:

– 8 ounces of uncooked penne pasta
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
– 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
– 1/2 cup of ranch dressing
– 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions.
3. Drain the pasta and set aside.
4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
5. Add the chicken cubes and season with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
6. Cook the chicken until it is cooked through, about 8 minutes.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to combine.
8. Add the bacon, ranch dressing, and cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
9. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
10. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information:

– Calories: 545
– Fat: 24g
– Carbohydrates: 44g
– Protein: 34g
– Sodium: 890mg

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