Cream cheese bacon chicken pasta
Cream Cheese Bacon Chicken Pasta is a creamy, savory dish that brings together tender chicken, crispy bacon, and luscious cream cheese over perfectly cooked pasta. This quick and satisfying recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a delightful harmony of flavors and textures. Enjoy the indulgence of rich creaminess paired with fresh spinach and a sprinkle of Parmesan for an elegant finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Pasta: Boil salted water, cook pasta until al dente, drain, and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: In a skillet with olive oil, season chicken with salt and pepper, cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and let rest.
- 3. Crisp the Bacon: In the same skillet, cook chopped bacon until crispy (about 5-7 minutes), draining excess grease.
- 4. Make the Creamy Sauce: Lower heat and stir in cream cheese until melted. Gradually add chicken broth and reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 5. Combine Ingredients: Add cooked pasta, spinach, and diced chicken to skillet; toss on low heat until spinach wilts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg