Creamy Zucchini Penne Skillet: Easy Comfort with Turkey Bacon
A delicious and easy creamy zucchini penne skillet recipe featuring turkey bacon for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Cook penne according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add the zucchini to the skillet and sauté until tender.
- Stir in the garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Mix in the cooked penne and turkey bacon, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with a low-fat alternative.
- Add more vegetables like broccoli or spinach for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Creamy Zucchini Penne Skillet, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food