CHICKEN BACON RANCH PASTA

PREP TIME: 5 minutes

COOK TIME: 25 minutes

SERVINGS: 6 servings

INGREDIENTS:

• 6 slices bacon cut into bite-sized pieces

• 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 3/4-inch cubes

• 4 1/2 cups chicken broth warmed, low sodium is best

• 1 packet ranch dressing powder

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 16 oz. penne or rotini pasta

• 1 cup sharp Cheddar cheese shredded

• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded

• 1/2 cup half and half

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:

• The Instant Pot with bacon. By use of the display panel Choose SAUTE and set the level to HIGH or MORE.

• Once the majority of the oil has been extracted from the bacon, add the chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, gently browning both sides. Possible undercooking of the meat

• While saving the drippings, remove the chicken and bacon to a platter.

• By adding broth and scraping the brown particles from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon, you may deglaze the pot.

• Add chicken, garlic powder, and ranch seasoning to the pot. Add the pasta to the saucepan and make sure it is covered after stirring to incorporate.

• Choose CANCEL to shut off the pot, then seal the vent and secure the lid.

RELATED LINKS

My Marcato Pasta Maker Homemade Pasta Cookbook

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