The best Chicken Alfredo Pasta: Indulgent Turkey Bacon Twist
This Chicken Alfredo Pasta with a twist of indulgent turkey bacon is the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Entree
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add shredded chicken and turkey bacon, mixing well.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and toss until coated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use low-fat cream.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food