Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta - Cooking Like Kate

Ingredients

For the Creamy Ranch Sauce:

1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 cups heavy cream
1 cups Parmesan cheese freshly grated
3 cloves garlic minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
1 tsp fresh chives chopped
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp red pepper flake (optional, adjust to heat preference)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For the Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta:

2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or cooked at home)
1/2 cup bacon freshly cooked and crumbled
12 oz (340g) pasta fettuccine or your favorite pasta
1/4 cup fresh chives chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved (optional, for color and freshness)
grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

Cook bacon (3-4 slices) according to the package instructions. Crumble once cooled and set aside.
1/2 cup bacon
Cook the fresh pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
12 oz (340g) pasta
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant (about one minute).
1/2 cup unsalted butter, 3 cloves garlic, 1/4 tsp red pepper flake
Add the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy and smooth. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well.
2 cups heavy cream, 1 cups Parmesan cheese, Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Add the fresh chopped parsley, dill, chives, and onion powder. Stir to incorporate. Keep warm on low heat.
1/4 cup fresh parsley, 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tsp fresh chives, 1/2 tsp onion powder
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, and halved cherry tomatoes (if using).
2 cups cooked shredded chicken, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup bacon
Pour the warm Fresh Creamy Ranch Sauce over the chicken and bacon mixture. Gently toss to coat everything evenly.
Add the cooked pasta to the bowl and toss again to combine, ensuring everything is well coated with the sauce.
Serve the Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta in individual plates. Garnish with freshly chopped chives and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
1/4 cup fresh chives, grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Notes

Using fresh ingredients adds an extra layer of flavor and vibrancy to the dish. Feel free to adjust ingredient quantities based on your preferences and use dry ingredients when need be.

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