Description
Creamy Chicken Bacon Spinach Fettuccine with Broccoli is a delightful dish that combines succulent chicken and vibrant spinach in a rich, creamy sauce. This comforting pasta meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering a quick and satisfying option that everyone will love. With the addition of turkey bacon for a flavorful twist, each bite is indulgent yet nutritious, thanks to fresh vegetables like spinach and broccoli.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 6 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and cook seasoned chicken until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add chopped turkey bacon, sauté until crispy, then stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Reduce heat; gradually add heavy cream and whole milk while stirring. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, then gently fold in cooked fettuccine until well-coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg