One Pot Chicken Ranch Pasta

What's not to love about this cheesy baked pasta topped with crispy bacon? Did I mention that it is a one pot meal?! Less clean up. 

WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER! 

Ingredients:

4 slices bacon, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups chicken broth

1 cup milk, or more, as needed

1 1/2 cups diced or shredded chicken ( leftover or rotisserie works well. )

8 ounces rotini pasta

1 (1-ounce) package Ranch Seasoning and Salad Dressing Mix

salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Directions:

Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat; reserving 1 tablespoon in the skillet. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Add garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, milk, chicken, pasta and Ranch Seasoning; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked through, about 15-16 minutes. If the mixture is too thick, add more milk as needed until desired consistency is reached. Remove from heat and top with cheese. Cover until cheese has melted, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately, garnished with bacon and parsley.

Enjoy!