Chicken Alfredo Delight: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
A delicious twist on traditional chicken alfredo featuring turkey bacon for a smoky flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add vegetables like broccoli or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Turkey Bacon, Easy Recipe, Pasta, Dinner