White Cheddar Chicken Pasta: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a delicious and easy recipe for White Cheddar Chicken Pasta featuring savory turkey bacon that brings a comforting twist to your dining table.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-free
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped turkey bacon and sauté until crispy.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add heavy cream and shredded white cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir until the cheese is melted and creamy.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with different vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: White Cheddar Chicken Pasta, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon