Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo: A Joyful Twist with Turkey Bacon
A creamy and flavorful twist on the classic fettuccine alfredo, featuring chicken and crispy turkey bacon for added richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, diced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and add chicken. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- In the same skillet, add turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss in cooked fettuccine and chicken. Mix well to coat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use half and half instead of heavy cream.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 18 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 65 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Keywords: Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Turkey Bacon, Pasta, Comfort Food