Chicken Alfredo Pasta: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
This Chicken Alfredo Pasta recipe has a delicious twist with turkey bacon, making it a tasty and healthier option for a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crisp. Remove from skillet and chop.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked fettuccine and turkey bacon, tossing to coat.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half and half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo pasta, easy recipe, turkey bacon