Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
Indulge in a creamy, decadent Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with a twist of turkey bacon for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and crumbled bacon. Toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Adding vegetables like broccoli or spinach can enhance the flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Turkey Bacon, Easy Recipe