Description
Chicken Turkey Turkey Bacon Pasta is a delightful and hearty dish that brings the best of comfort food to your dinner table. With succulent chicken, savory turkey bacon, and vibrant vegetables enveloped in a rich garlic cream sauce, this pasta dish is sure to satisfy every palate. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it’s a quick recipe that can be prepared in just 35 minutes. The combination of fresh spinach and tomatoes not only adds nutritional value but also enhances the overall flavor profile. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or enjoy a cozy meal at home, this dish is both versatile and easy to customize, making it a must-try for any pasta lover.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 6 pieces of turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 5 chopped tomatoes
- 10 oz. penne pasta
Instructions
- Cook the chicken in a skillet with olive oil, seasoning it with spices until fully cooked.
- Prepare the sauce by adding heavy whipping cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and spinach to the skillet.
- Combine the cooked chicken and half of the turkey bacon with the sauce.
- Cook penne pasta according to package directions; drain.
- Toss the pasta in the skillet with sauce and serve topped with remaining turkey bacon and Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute regular bacon for turkey bacon if desired. To lighten up the dish, consider using Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream. Experiment with adding other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for added nutrition.