Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Bacon is a heartwarming dish that delivers comfort and flavor in every bite. This delightful recipe features tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a velvety cream sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying meal that is sure to please both kids and adults alike. With its customizable ingredients, you can easily adapt the dish to suit your family’s preferences. Whether served with garlic bread or a fresh salad, this creamy chicken pasta is a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bacon strips
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 10 oz penne pasta
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
- 2 cups spinach
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Diced tomatoes and seasonings
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large skillet until crispy; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté seasoned chicken until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- Melt butter in the skillet, add garlic, diced tomatoes, and spinach; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in paprika, Italian seasoning, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese; mix well.
- Boil penne pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- Combine cooked pasta, sliced chicken, and crumbled bacon into the creamy sauce; toss gently.
- Serve hot with optional parsley garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg