Marry Me Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Comfort with Turkey Bacon
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Marry Me Chicken Pasta with flavorful turkey bacon, a recipe perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta of choice
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy; remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant, then stir in cream and parmesan.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Combine pasta with the sauce and sprinkle with turkey bacon and fresh basil.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian herbs before cooking.
- Leftovers can be reheated; add a splash of cream to loosen the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 1 gram
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 45 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Pasta, comfort food, turkey bacon