Description
This Honey BBQ Bacon Ranch Chicken Pasta is a comforting, cheesy delight with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a sweet-and-tangy sauce. Ready in 30 minutes, this dish combines your favorite flavors for a quick and delicious meal the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
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2 cups penne pasta
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1 lb chicken breast, diced
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4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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½ cup honey BBQ sauce
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½ cup ranch dressing
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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¼ cup chopped green onions
Instructions
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Cook Pasta: Boil penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add Bacon & Sauce: Stir in crumbled bacon, honey BBQ sauce, and ranch dressing. Mix well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
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Combine Ingredients: Add cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, and corn to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated.
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Serve & Garnish: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
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For a healthier option, use reduced-fat ranch dressing and cheddar cheese.
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You can substitute the chicken with turkey or even vegetarian options like tofu.
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To make it spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
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If you don’t have penne pasta, feel free to use any pasta shape you prefer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Honey BBQ Bacon Ranch Chicken Pasta, BBQ Chicken Pasta, Bacon Ranch Pasta, Easy Chicken Pasta Recipe, Cheesy Pasta, Comfort Food Recipe