Cheesy chicken pasta with turkey bacon for a cozy dinner night
A comforting and delicious cheesy chicken pasta dish that features turkey bacon, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, cook the chopped turkey bacon until crispy.
- Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese. Mix until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
- Toss cooked pasta with the chicken and cheese sauce. Serve warm.
Notes
- For an extra touch, sprinkle with parsley before serving.
- Adjust cheese quantity based on preference for creaminess.
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: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
Keywords: cheesy chicken pasta, pasta recipe, turkey bacon