Description
Creamy White Cheddar Bacon and Chicken Pasta is a comforting dish that brings people together around the dinner table. With its rich flavors and creamy goodness, it’s hard not to enjoy every single bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cup pasta
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Start by boiling your pasta according to the package instructions. Once it’s perfectly al dente, drain it and set it aside.
- In a large skillet, heat up the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken along with the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is nicely browned and thoroughly cooked.
- Lower the heat a bit and pour in the heavy cream. Stir it well to combine with the chicken and seasonings. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the shredded white cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cheese melts completely.
- Once the cheese has melted into the sauce, add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
- Mix in the crumbled bacon and grated Parmesan cheese, enhancing the dish with an extra layer of flavor.
- Plate the pasta, ensuring that each serving is dressed in that luxurious cream sauce. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
Consider substituting chicken for turkey or plant-based options like chickpeas or tofu. Experiment with different pasta shapes for a fun twist. Adjust cream based on your taste for a silkier sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg