06/23/2025
Smoky Chicken Bacon Alfredo in a Creamy One-Pan Wonder
Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
6 slices of smoked bacon, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups heavy cream
1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp chili flakes (optional for a kick)
8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
1 ½ cups chicken broth
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add chopped bacon and cook until crisp. Remove and drain on a paper towel, leaving a small amount of bacon fat in the skillet.
Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and smoked paprika to the skillet and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
Add uncooked pasta to the skillet and cover. Let it simmer gently for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
Return chicken and bacon to the skillet. Stir well to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
Top with chili flakes if desired and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: 645 kcal per serving | Servings: 4