Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Family Favorite
A delicious and creamy chicken pesto pasta recipe that’s perfect for family meals, featuring turkey bacon for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, combine the shredded chicken, pesto sauce, and heavy cream over medium heat.
- Stir in the cooked pasta, turkey bacon, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta, Chicken Pasta, Family Favorite Recipes