Homemade Chicken Alfredo: Indulgent Comfort with Turkey Bacon
Indulge in the creamy comfort of homemade chicken alfredo, a surprisingly simple dish enhanced with turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the turkey bacon. Cook until crispy.
- Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss in the cooked fettuccine and mix well to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Homemade Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Alfredo, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon