Creamy Pesto Chicken with Turkey Bacon: A Delightful Twist
A delicious and creamy twist on chicken featuring pesto and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup pesto
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 strips turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the turkey bacon until crispy.
- Remove bacon and set aside. In the same skillet, add shredded chicken and cook for a few minutes.
- Add pesto and stir well to combine.
- Pour in heavy cream and mix until smooth.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted.
- Add crumbled bacon back to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with pasta or rice.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Pesto Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Pesto Recipes