The Best Creamy Chicken and Pasta with Turkey Bacon Indulgence
The Best Creamy Chicken and Pasta is a deliciously indulgent dish featuring turkey bacon, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked pasta, bacon, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: creamy chicken pasta, turkey bacon, indulgent recipes