Tuscan Chicken Pasta Recipe: Easy, Creamy Delight with Turkey Bacon
This Tuscan Chicken Pasta recipe combines creamy sauce with tender chicken and crispy turkey bacon for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Nut-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and season with Italian seasoning. Cook until chicken is browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and spinach, cooking until spinach is wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Combine the pasta with the sauce, mixing well to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use whole grain pasta.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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