Chicken Ranch Pasta Bake

INGREDIENTS

8 oz

penne pasta

1 lb

boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed

1 tbsp

ranch seasoning/dressing mix

Sauce:

2 tbsp

salted butter

1 tsp

minced garlic

1 tbsp

ranch seasoning/dressing mix

1/2 tbsp

all-purpose flour

1 pint

heavy whipping cream

1/2 cup

freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 tsp

black pepper

Toppings:

1 cup

Mozzarella cheese

slices cooked bacon, chopped

fresh chopped parsley (optional)