Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Cozy Delight
A delicious and comforting recipe for creamy Tuscan chicken pasta enhanced with turkey bacon for a cozy meal any time of the year.
- 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 option available
- 12 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Stir in garlic, spinach, and cherry tomatoes, cooking until spinach wilts.
- Pour in heavy cream and mix well. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and reheats well.
- Feel free to use different vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Cozy Meal