Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Bacon is a comforting and indulgent meal that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich creamy sauce. This dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, offering a delightful blend of flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up this one-pan wonder that’s not only easy to make but also kid-friendly. With its savory ingredients and luscious texture, this creamy pasta is sure to be a hit on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 strips of bacon
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 10 oz penne pasta
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cups spinach
- olive oil
- butter
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
- paprika
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- Melt butter in the skillet; sauté minced garlic and diced tomatoes until fragrant. Add spinach until wilted.
- Stir in paprika, Italian seasoning, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese to create sauce.
- Boil penne pasta until al dente, then drain.
- Slice chicken and return to the skillet with the sauce; add cooked pasta and mix well.
- Top with crumbled bacon before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg