Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
Delicious and creamy Parmesan chicken pasta with a twist of turkey bacon for an extra flavor boost.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cook for another minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and chopped turkey bacon, tossing to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- Serve with extra Parmesan on top.
- For a lower-fat option, substitute cream with milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Parmesan Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta, Easy Recipe