Creamy Chicken Pasta: A Comforting Indulgence with Turkey Bacon
A creamy chicken pasta dish that combines luxurious flavors with the savory taste of turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add chopped turkey bacon, onion, and garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and combined.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like basil or parsley.
- This recipe can be made with different types of pasta based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 70 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA, chicken pasta, turkey bacon