Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Delight
A rich and creamy pasta dish infused with Cajun spices and smoky turkey bacon, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add diced onion and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Slice the cooked chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add in cooked fettuccine, chicken slices, chopped bacon, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the dish sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach for additional nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg