Chicken Alfredo Made Easy: Indulgent Turkey Bacon Twist
A creamy and indulgent twist on classic Chicken Alfredo with the addition of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions.
- In a pan, heat olive oil and cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Sauté minced garlic in the bacon fat until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream, and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add the cooked pasta and turkey bacon to the sauce, and mix well.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Adding vegetables like spinach or broccoli can enhance the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Turkey Bacon, Pasta Recipe