Chicken Bacon and Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes in Garlic Cream Sauce

This Chicken Bacon and Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes in Garlic Cream Sauce combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, fresh spinach, and juicy tomatoes in a rich garlic cream sauce. Cook the chicken with seasonings, then make a creamy sauce with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Add garlic, tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and spinach, then combine with pasta and garnish with more bacon and cheese. Perfect for a family dinner, and leftovers can be stored in the fridge for later.
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Updated on Monday 25 November 2024
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Chicken Bacon and Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes in Garlic Cream Sauce is a delicious and comforting meal that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, fresh spinach, and juicy tomatoes in a rich garlic cream sauce. This dish is perfect for a satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.

INGREDIENTS

  • Boneless skinless chicken breasts: 1 lb, seasoned and cooked to perfection.
  • Heavy whipping cream: 1 ½ cups, creating a rich and creamy sauce.
  • Bacon: 6 pieces, cooked and crumbled, adding a smoky flavor.
  • Parmesan cheese: ½ cup, grated, melted into the sauce for added richness.
  • Fresh spinach: 3 cups, providing a fresh and nutritious element.
  • Tomatoes: 5, chopped, adding juiciness and color.
  • Italian seasoning: 1 tsp, to enhance the flavors.
  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp, for cooking the chicken.
  • Penne pasta: 10 oz, cooked to your liking.
  • Garlic: 5 cloves, minced, infusing the sauce with a rich garlic flavor.
  • Red pepper flakes: ¼ tsp, adding a touch of heat.
  • Paprika: 1 tsp, for seasoning the chicken.
  • Salt and pepper: To taste, enhancing all the flavors.
  • Parmesan cheese: ½ cup, shredded, for garnish.

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with paprika, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook the chicken for about 4 minutes on one side, then 3 minutes on the other, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Garlic Cream Sauce
Reduce the heat to medium and add the heavy whipping cream to the same skillet. Stir continuously until the cream thickens. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and well combined, creating a smooth and rich sauce.
Step 3: Add Vegetables and Bacon
Stir in the minced garlic, chopped tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and fresh spinach. Cook for a few minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften. Add half of the cooked bacon and the chicken back into the skillet, tossing everything to coat well with the sauce.
Step 4: Cook the Pasta
While preparing the sauce, cook the penne pasta in boiling salted water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta well and set aside.
Step 5: Combine and Serve
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce. Serve the dish hot, garnished with the remaining bacon and shredded Parmesan cheese.

Chicken Bacon Pasta

A hearty Chicken Bacon and Pasta dish with fresh spinach and tomatoes in a rich garlic cream sauce. Perfect for family dinners.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
35 Minutes
By: Zaho

Category: Dinners

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings (4 servings)

Ingredients

01 1 lb. Boneless skinless chicken breasts.
02 1 ½ cups Heavy whipping cream.
03 6 Bacon pieces, cooked and crumbled.
04 ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated.
05 3 cups Fresh spinach.
06 5 Tomatoes, chopped.
07 1 tsp. Italian seasoning.
08 2 tbsp. Olive oil.
09 10 oz. Penne pasta.
10 5 Cloves of minced garlic.
11 ¼ tsp. Red pepper flakes.
12 1 tsp. Paprika.
13 Salt and pepper, to taste.
14 ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded (for garnish).

Instructions

Step 01

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and add the chicken.

Step 02

Season the chicken with the paprika, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 03

Cook the chicken for 4 minutes on one side and then 3 minutes on the other. Remove, and set aside.

Step 04

Reduce the heat to medium, and add the heavy whipping cream to the skillet.

Step 05

Once thickened, stir in the Parmesan cheese until it has melted.

Step 06

Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and spinach.

Step 07

Add ½ of the bacon and the chicken back to the skillet, and toss to coat well.

Step 08

Cook the noodles in boiling water to your liking and drain well.

Step 09

Toss the noodles into the sauce, and serve garnished with the remaining bacon and the shredded Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
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