Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chicken breasts and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Add spinach and cooked pasta, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Top with crispy turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 16 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Pasta, 30-Minute Recipe, Turkey Bacon, Quick Dinner