Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Bacon is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich, creamy sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, impressing everyone at the table. With its quick preparation time and versatile ingredients, you’ll find it easy to whip up on busy weeknights or serve at gatherings. Each bite bursts with flavor, thanks to the savory combination of garlic, tomatoes, and spinach. Plus, it’s sure to please both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bacon strips
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 10 oz penne pasta
- 1 ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 small tomatoes (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and cook seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes per side). Slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté minced garlic in butter until fragrant; add diced tomatoes, spinach, paprika, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt. Cook until spinach wilts.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined.
- Boil penne pasta until al dente; drain and mix with the chicken and bacon in the skillet until well coated.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg