Description
Introducing the ultimate one-pot wonder: One-Pot Ranch Chicken Bacon and Broccoli Pasta! This creamy, flavor-packed dish is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave a comforting, satisfying meal without the hassle of multiple pots and pans.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Bacon (chopped)
- Broccoli florets
- Pasta (such as penne or fusilli)
- Ranch seasoning mix
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream or cream cheese (for creaminess)
- Garlic and onion (optional, for added flavor)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated cheese (for topping, optional)
Instructions
1. Start by cooking the diced chicken in a large pot over medium heat until it’s browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season the chicken with a pinch of salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
2. Once the chicken is ready, stir in the uncooked pasta, broccoli florets, ranch seasoning, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
3. After the pasta has cooked, it’s time to make the dish extra creamy. Stir in the heavy cream or cream cheese until it’s melted and fully incorporated, creating a luscious, velvety sauce.
4. Fold in the crumbled bacon, allowing its smoky, salty goodness to permeate the entire dish. Gently mix everything together until all the flavors are beautifully combined.
5. Remove the pot from the heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve your One-Pot Ranch Chicken Bacon and Broccoli Pasta hot and ready to enjoy.
Notes
Shorter pasta shapes like penne, fusilli, or cavatappi work particularly well as they help the creamy sauce cling to the pasta.
Keep an eye on the pasta as it simmers, as cooking times may vary depending on the type of pasta you use. Adjust the simmering time as needed to ensure the pasta is cooked to your desired level of tenderness.
Feel free to add a pinch of dried oregano, basil, or garlic powder to further enhance the flavor profile of your One-Pot Ranch Chicken Bacon and Broccoli Pasta.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 80