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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
By :Chop Secrets |

Course | Dessert |
Cuisine | Modern |
Difficulty | Easy |
Browse Category | Kid-Friendly, Poultry, Rice & Pastas |
Duration | 15-30 min |
Cooking Technique | Pressure Cook, Sauté |
Main Ingredient | Bacon, Cheese, Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, Garlic, Half and Half, Pasta |
Prep Time | 5 minutes |
Cook Time | 25 minutes |
Servings |
6 servings
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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
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Add bacon to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function and adjust to HIGH or MORE.
- Cook and stir bacon until most of the fat is rendered, then add chicken and brown lightly on both sides, 2-3 minutes. Meat may not be cooked through.
- Remove chicken and bacon to a plate, reserving drippings.
- Add broth to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Add ranch powder, garlic powder and chicken to the pot. Stir to combine, then add pasta to the pot and make sure it is submerged.
- Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
- Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 5 minutes.
- When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
- Stir in the cheeses a little at a time until melted. Add half and half and reserved bacon. Mix well and serve.
Recipe Notes
*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

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