Easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with Turkey Bacon: A Creamy Delight
Experience the creamy goodness of Easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with the delightful addition of turkey bacon. This dish is a quick and satisfying meal option for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Nut-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine into the sauce, mixing well to coat.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half and half for heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 18 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Creamy Pasta, Turkey Bacon