Creamy Chicken and Bacon Spaghetti
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Chicken and Bacon Spaghetti, a luscious pasta dish brimming with flavor and perfect for easy weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender spaghetti is smothered in a velvety garlic cream sauce made with heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and a hint of chicken broth for extra richness. Juicy, golden-brown chicken and crispy bacon bring savory depth, while a sprinkle of dried oregano adds a touch of aromatic warmth. Tossed together in a single skillet, this quick 40-minute recipe is simple yet irresistibly satisfying. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan for a restaurant-worthy finish that’s sure to impress!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 150 grams bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
While the pasta cooks, dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and chop the bacon into small strips.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside with the bacon.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the parmesan cheese and stir until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the cooked chicken, bacon, and spaghetti to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat evenly in the creamy sauce. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as desired.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.7 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.2 g | 456% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 684 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 6953 mg | 302% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.2 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 177.6 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1044 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1916 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
