Chicken Penne Delight: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
This Chicken Penne Delight with a Turkey Bacon Twist is an easy and delicious recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add cooked chicken, cream, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir and cook until heated through.
- Add cooked pasta, parmesan cheese, and crumbled bacon; toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use a low-fat cream.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: CHICKEN PENNE