Olive Garden Chicken Pasta: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
A delicious and easy recipe for Olive Garden Chicken Pasta featuring turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for another minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring well, then add Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Mix in cooked pasta and stir until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Add vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.