Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

1: Cook pasta according to package instructions, adding salt to the water, and save some reserve pasta water.

2: In a skillet set to medium heat, add chopped bacon and cook until crispy.

3: Season chicken and set aside.

4: Remove bacon and set aside to drain.

5: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt.

6: Add seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown on each side.

7: Remove chicken from heat and wipe out excess oil, leaving some fond in the skillet.

8: Add 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and melt.

9: Once melted, add half and half and reserve pasta water.

10: Add dried dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and kosher salt, mixing together.

11: Once bubbling, add sour cream and chopped broccoli, cooking for about 2 minutes.

12: Add pasta, bacon, and chicken, mixing everything together and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.

13: Turn off the heat and add Parmesan cheese.

14: Serve and enjoy.