Creamy Mushroom Bacon Chicken Pasta
Savory mushrooms and crispy bacon meet tender chicken in a lusciously creamy pasta dish that's a true delight for your taste buds. The earthy flavors of mushrooms and bacon perfectly complement the succulent chicken, while the creamy sauce ties it all together. This recipe is a dream come true for pasta lovers!
ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, thinly sliced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving the bacon drippings in the skillet.
- 3.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet with the bacon drippings. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4.
In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Sauté until the mushrooms are tender and golden.
- 5.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and cook until the sauce has thickened and is smooth.
- 6.
Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked bacon. Stir well to combine and allow the flavors to meld for a minute or two.
- 7.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce.
- 8.
Serve the creamy mushroom bacon chicken pasta hot.
