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Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta

Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta

Enjoy this Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta—a delicious, comforting dish that brings together crispy bacon, tender chicken, and a rich, creamy sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 680

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
    Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta
  2. In the same skillet, add cubed chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown.
    Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about one minute before stirring in fresh spinach until wilted.
    Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta
  4. Lower the heat and pour in heavy cream; stir continuously while adding grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
    Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta
  5. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente and reserve some pasta water before draining.
    Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta
  6. Toss cooked pasta with the creamy sauce mixture, using reserved water as needed to adjust the sauce consistency.
    Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta
  7. Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top.
    Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 40g

Notes

Feel free to customize with vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms, and substitute heavy cream for lighter options if preferred.

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