Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Turkey Bacon: An Indulgent Twist
Indulge in a creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta made with Turkey Bacon for an extra savory twist. Perfect for a quick dinner!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and turkey bacon to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams