Chicken and Broccoli Pasta: Easy Weeknight Delight with Turkey Bacon
A delicious and easy recipe for Chicken and Broccoli Pasta, enhanced with the savory flavor of turkey bacon, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. During the last 3 minutes, add the broccoli florets to the boiling pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and cook until heated through.
- Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Drain the pasta and broccoli, then add them to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with a low-fat alternative.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and reheated for quick meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken and Broccoli Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Easy Dinner, Weeknight Recipe