Protein Packed
Chicken & Bacon Pasta
Chicken & Bacon Pasta is a 35-minute protein packed dinner. Pick estimates $5.47 a serving, above the catalog average of $5.05, with 42g of protein and 680 kcal. You need stove and 7 ingredients.
- 35 minCook time
- $5.47Est. cost
- 680Calories
- 42gProtein
- 60gCarbs
- 30gFat
Estimated cost per serving at a mid-range supermarket. Real prices vary by store and week.
Ingredients
- Chicken BreastMeat & Seafood5 oz
- BaconMeat & Seafood2 piece
- Penne PastaPantry2½ oz
- Heavy CreamDairy & Eggs⅓ cup
- Parmesan CheeseDairy & Eggs1 oz
- GarlicProduce2 clove
- Baby SpinachProduce1 cup
Method
- Cook the penne in salted boiling water according to the package, then drain, reserving a splash of the pasta water.
- Dice the chicken and bacon and cook together in a skillet over medium-high heat for 7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crisp.
- Mince the garlic and stir it into the skillet, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 3 minutes.
- Stir in the parmesan until melted, then add the spinach and wilt for 1 minute.
- Toss the drained penne through the sauce, loosening with the reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve immediately with extra parmesan on top.
You'll need
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