Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Meal Prep is the ultimate solution for busy weeks, combining creamy, savory flavors with a satisfying crunch. This protein-packed dish features tender chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh broccoli all coated in a delectable ranch sauce. Perfectly portioned for easy reheating, this meal prep will have you looking forward to lunchtime. Whether you’re at work or home, this versatile recipe can be customized to suit your taste, making it a go-to option for both lunch and dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz high-protein or whole wheat pasta
- 2 chicken breasts (cut into 4 cutlets)
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 head of broccoli (chopped)
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Add chopped broccoli in the last 2–3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper. Pan-sear or bake until golden brown and cooked through, then slice into strips.
- Cook bacon in a frying pan until crispy and crumble.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- In a large bowl or meal prep containers, combine pasta, chicken strips, broccoli, crumbled bacon, and cheddar cheese. Toss with ranch sauce until everything is well coated.
- Divide into airtight containers for storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg