Description
Instant Pot Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta is a quick, creamy delight that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch dressing—all cooked in one pot! Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this comforting dish offers rich flavors and an effortless cooking experience. With minimal cleanup and maximum taste, it’s sure to become a family favorite in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 slices crispy bacon
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1. Gather and prep all ingredients: chop chicken and slice bacon.
- 2. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode; cook bacon until crispy (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
- 3. Add diced chicken to the pot; sauté until browned (approximately 6 minutes).
- 4. Pour in chicken broth and pasta, stirring gently.
- 5. Drizzle ranch dressing over the mixture, coating evenly.
- 6. Secure the lid; pressure cook on high for 5 minutes followed by a natural release for 5 minutes.
- 7. Carefully open the lid; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- 8. Fold in crispy bacon and garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 565
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 695mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. You can also substitute turkey bacon for a lighter option or use gluten-free pasta if needed.