Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Quick Indulgence
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Garlic Shrimp Pasta with the added crunch of turkey bacon. Perfect for a quick dinner!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free, Low-carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook turkey bacon until crisp.
- Add minced garlic and shrimp to the skillet and sauté until shrimp are pink.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.
- Toss in the cooked fettuccine and season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made in under 30 minutes for a quick meal.
- Substitute regular bacon if preferred, though it will alter the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg