Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta
Course: EntreeCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: EasyServings
4
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
15
minutesCalories
725
kcalFat
36
gramsCarbs
61
gramsTotal time
30
minutesIngredients
4 slices bacon
2 chicken breasts, sliced. Salt and pepper to taste.
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups spinach
4 small tomatoes, diced
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 cup shredded parmesan + romano cheese, plus more for serving
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish
10 oz penne pasta
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a deep skillet, fry the bacon until crispy. Remove to a paper towel to drain, then chop.
- In the same skillet, add the chicken and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Cook until no longer pink inside.
- Add the garlic and cook until softened.
- Add spinach and tomatoes and cook until the spinach is wilted.
- Add the cream, Parmesan, an red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
- Add the penne and bacon, and stir until fully coated in sauce.
- Serve with parsley, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes, if desired.