Savor the rich and creamy delight of Smothered Bacon Ranch Chicken Penne Pasta. This dish brings together tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a luscious ranch sauce, creating a comforting and flavorful meal that’s perfect for dinner.
Ingredients:
1 pound of chicken breasts (roughly two small pieces)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 packet of Ranch Dressing Seasoning mix (or 3 tablespoons if purchased in bulk)
1 can (10.75 ounces) of condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup water
8 ounces of bacon, cooked, drained, and crumbled
8 ounces of Penne Pasta, cooked and drained
Instructions:
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the garlic, Ranch seasoning, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, pepper, and water.
Step 2: Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours.
Step 4: About 30 minutes before the chicken is ready, fry the bacon and cook the pasta.
Step 5: Without removing the chicken, shred it in the sauce using two forks.
Step 6: Stir in the crumbled bacon and cooked pasta.
Serve and enjoy!