Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
A creamy, savory pasta dish that combines tender chicken, rich cream, and Italian spices for a comforting meal that’s perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Pasta and Base
- 10.5 oz 10.5 oz (300 g) pasta Your choice of pasta
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon (20 g) unsalted butter
- 1 lb 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces Use boneless, skinless chicken
- 1 medium 1 medium shallot, finely diced
- 4 cloves 4 garlic cloves, minced
Sauce Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ⅓ cup ⅓ cup (75 ml) dry white wine For deglazing
- 1 cup 1 cup (200 ml) heavy cream (double cream)
- ½ cup ½ cup (50 g) Parmesan, grated Freshly grated preferred
- 1 handful A handful fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by cooking your pasta according to the package’s instructions. This usually means boiling water in a large pot, adding a pinch of salt, and then the pasta until it reaches a tender texture.
- Once done, drain it but save a little of the starchy water.
Cooking Chicken
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté until golden and cooked through, typically taking just a few minutes.
Building the Sauce
- Add the shallot and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until soft and fragrant.
- Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, then pour in the dry white wine, scraping any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir until fully combined.
- Add the grated Parmesan and mix until melted into the sauce.
Combining
- Combine the pasta with the sauce, gently tossing everything together. If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serving
- Before serving, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating crispy bacon pieces right before serving or a squeeze of lemon juice for zest.