Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta: Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon
Indulge in a deliciously creamy chicken pesto pasta topped with turkey bacon for a rich and flavorful twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, combine shredded chicken, pesto, and heavy cream over medium heat.
- Add the cooked pasta and stir until well coated.
- Stir in the crumbled turkey bacon and Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Pasta Recipes