Cheesy Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Delight
A rich and creamy cheesy chicken pasta dish featuring crispy turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 pieces turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, mix together the heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat over medium heat.
- Add the cooked chicken and turkey bacon to the skillet and stir well.
- Gradually add the cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing to coat the pasta evenly with the cheesy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese or herbs if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.
- Feel free to use different types of cheese for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: cheesy chicken pasta