Ingredients
Directions 9 steps | 45 Minutes
Prepare the rotini pasta. Fill a 4-quart pot with water and two tablespoons of salt. Bring the salted water to a boil before adding the pasta. Cook the pasta for 7 minutes.
![Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe: Prepare the rotini pasta.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1704835714/recipes/DSCF3566_659dba8154d3a.jpg)
Use a colander to drain the pasta. Set aside.
![Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe: Use a colander to drain the pasta.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1704835738/recipes/DSCF3569_659dba9991d63.jpg)
Using a cutting board and a sharp knife, cut the bacon into small strips. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. While the bacon is cooking, prepare the ranch sauce.
![Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe: Using a cutting board and a sharp knife, cut the bacon into small strips.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1704835774/recipes/DSCF3548_659dbabe141cb.jpg)
In a blender, add the ranch seasoning, cottage cheese, water and lemon juice. Blend on high until smooth. Set aside.
![Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe: In a blender, add the ranch seasoning, cottage cheese, water and lemon juice.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1704835834/recipes/DSCF3558_659dbaf96a270.jpg)
Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked bacon and place it on a paper towel lined plate. Keep the sauté pan with bacon grease on the heat for the next step.
![Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe: Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked bacon and place it on a paper towel lined plate.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1704835850/recipes/DSCF3549_659dbb0a2bf93.jpg)
Gently place the chicken breasts into the hot sauté pan. Sear the chicken breast on one side for 6 minutes and flip to the other side for 4 more minutes. Once the chicken breasts are thoroughly cooked, turn the heat down to low and remove the chicken.
![Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe: Gently place the chicken breasts into the hot sauté pan.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1704835877/recipes/DSCF3563_659dbb2434262.jpg)
Slice the chicken breasts into small strips. Once cut, place the strips back into the sauté pan.
![Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe: Slice the chicken breasts into small strips.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1704835889/recipes/DSCF3571_659dbb306b42f.jpg)
Add the cooked bacon, pasta and ranch sauce to the pan with the chicken. Toss together until combined.
![Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe: Add the cooked bacon, pasta and ranch sauce to the pan with the chicken.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1704835904/recipes/DSCF3575_659dbb3f84862.jpg)
Serve warm and enjoy!
![Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Recipe: Serve warm and enjoy!](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1704835916/recipes/DSCF3579_659dbb4b32a74.jpg)
Notes:
- Pasta can be easily substituted with gluten-free or other special dietary pastas.
- This recipe uses Diamond Crystal kosher salt. Different kosher salt brands have varied crystal sizes and may affect the salinity of the recipe, so adjust accordingly.
- For an extra flare serve with grated Parmesan and chopped green onion.
- To give your pasta a summer vibe grill the chicken instead.
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