Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta of your choice
- 2 cups diced chicken breast
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet and mix until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free (if using gluten-free pasta)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg