Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Delight
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon is a comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 6 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup spinach, fresh
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add turkey bacon. Cook until crispy.
- Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Serve warm and enjoy your meal!
Notes
- Feel free to add additional vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food