Southwest Chicken Alfredo: A Creamy Indulgence with Turkey Bacon
A delicious and rich Southwest Chicken Alfredo recipe that combines creamy sauce with turkey bacon and spices for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, combine the heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over medium heat.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked chicken and turkey bacon, mixing until heated through.
- Toss in the cooked pasta until well coated in the sauce.
- Serve hot with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or vegetables for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Southwest Chicken Alfredo, creamy pasta, turkey bacon