Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta with turkey Bacon, Spinach & Cheese is a comforting one-pot dish that combines rich flavors and textures to create a delightful meal for any occasion. Featuring crispy turkey bacon, tender chicken, and creamy cheese, this recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it’s sure to impress your family and friends with its delicious taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick-cut turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz uncooked penne or rotini pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the chopped turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on all sides and remove.
- Sauté diced onion until translucent; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Return chicken to the pot along with chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and uncooked pasta; cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Mix in shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan until melted. Stir in crispy turkey bacon before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 118mg