Irresistible Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta with Turkey Bacon
Try this Irresistible Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta recipe, bursting with flavors and topped with turkey bacon for a delicious twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
- Add heavy cream, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir until combined and sauce thickens.
- Add cooked pasta and turkey bacon; toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicy kick, increase red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp or vegetables for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams