Creamy Vodka Pasta Perfection with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A delicious creamy vodka pasta dish featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup chicken ham, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup vodka
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the chicken ham to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the vodka, letting it reduce for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked pasta and mix well.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese and crumbled turkey bacon. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit turkey bacon and chicken ham.
- Adjust the amount of vodka according to taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Creamy Vodka Pasta, Turkey Bacon Pasta, Chicken Ham Pasta