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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta with Bacon

    Published: Feb 13, 2018 / 223 Comments

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    Easy Chicken Broccoli Pasta with Bacon - made with creamy alfredo sauce!   This simple recipe is packed with protein and veggies!

    chicken broccoli pasta with bacon in a skillet

    There are so many ways to combine chicken and pasta. One of my most favorite recipes ever is sun-dried tomato chicken pasta.  I am also partial to chicken and bacon pasta with tomatoes and spinach.  Chicken, veggies, pasta and cream sauce are always an excellent combination.

    This pasta dish has all of my favorite ingredients:  creamy broccoli, bacon, and chicken breast.  Everything is combined together in a delicious creamy Parmesan sauce.

    chicken broccoli pasta with bacon

    Chicken Broccoli Pasta with Bacon

    • Moist and juicy chicken. This Chicken Broccoli Pasta with Bacon is one of the best ways to cook chicken breast!   The chicken breast is flavorful and juicy as it is smothered in a silky creamy sauce that keeps it moist and tender.  You will never want to eat a boring chicken breast after cooking it this way.  Your family will love it!
    • Perfect for leftover cooked chicken. This is also a great recipe for using any leftover cooked chicken that you might have in your fridge. Just combine it with broccoli, pasta and the creamy sauce, and your dinner is ready!
    • Creamy alfredo sauce.  Chicken broccoli pasta is tossed in a creamy sauce made with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.   The sauce is super easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients.
    • Protein and veggies.  I personally prefer to add more stuff to just plain creamy pasta.  That's why this recipe is loaded with seared chicken breast, broccoli, and cooked bacon.   This is a great recipe for those who want protein (chicken) and veggies in their dinner.

    chicken broccoli pasta with bacon

    FAQ

    • What pasta can I use in this recipe?  Use any type of long pasta. You can use fettuccine, spaghetti, or linguine.
    • What is fettuccini?  Fettuccine is a type of pasta that is long, flat, and wide. It's very popular in Italy, and in the US, too.
    • What is a good substitute for broccoli in pasta?  If you don't have broccoli, you can use asparagus or spinach.

    chicken broccoli pasta with bacon in a skillet

    Ingredients you will need:

    • olive oil
    • salt and pepper
    • garlic
    • heavy cream
    • milk
    • Parmesan cheese shredded
    • fettuccine pasta (for a gluten-free version, use gluten-free brown rice fettuccine)
    • boneless and skinless chicken breasts
    • broccoli
    • bacon

    How to make Chicken Broccoli Pasta with Bacon

    1. First, cook the chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper in a large skillet on medium heat. You can also use leftover cooked chicken. Slice the chicken into thin slices.
    2. Next, in the same skillet make the cream sauce. Add minced garlic with heavy cream and milk. Bring to boil and reduce to simmer. Stir in the cheese. Keep stirring until it completely melts into a creamy sauce.
    3. Then, cook the pasta according to instructions. Drain.
    4. Finally, combine everything together: cooked pasta, cooked bacon, broccoli, and cream sauce. Mix.
    5. Season with salt and pepper. Top with sliced cooked chicken.

    chicken broccoli pasta with bacon

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    chicken broccoli pasta with bacon
    4.93 from 182 votes

    Chicken Broccoli Pasta with Bacon

    Chicken Broccoli Pasta with Bacon is an easy dinner that a whole family will love!  Great recipe for those who want protein (chicken) and veggies in their creamy pasta.
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories per serving 809 kcal
    Author: Julia

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 lb chicken breast boneless and skinless
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • ⅔ cups heavy cream
    • ⅔ cups milk
    • 1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
    • 8 oz fettuccine pasta (for gluten free version, use gluten free brown rice fettuccine)
    • 2 cups broccoli florets , blanched
    • 7 strips bacon

    Instructions 

    • Heat olive oil on medium-high heat in a large skillet. Season chicken breast with salt and pepper.   Add chicken to the skillet.
    • Cook chicken breast on high heat for 2 to 4 minutes on each side, until browned.  Remove the skillet from heat and keep the chicken covered.  The chicken will continue cooking in its own steam until no longer pink. Remove chicken from the skillet. You can also use pre-cooked chicken. Cut chicken into thin slices.
    • Add minced garlic to the same (now empty) skillet, with oils and bits left from cooking the chicken. 
    • Add heavy cream, milk, bring to boil.  Reduce to simmer.  Add cheese and stir till it completely melts into a creamy sauce.
    • Cook pasta according to instructions. Drain.
    • Add cooked pasta, cooked bacon, cooked broccoli to the creamy sauce and mix everything in. 
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with sliced cooked chicken.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Information
    Chicken Broccoli Pasta with Bacon
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    809
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    45
    g
    69
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    20
    g
    125
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    173
    mg
    58
    %
    Sodium
     
    983
    mg
    43
    %
    Potassium
     
    881
    mg
    25
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    50
    g
    17
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    4
    g
    4
    %
    Protein
     
    48
    g
    96
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1175
    IU
    24
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    42.9
    mg
    52
    %
    Calcium
     
    411
    mg
    41
    %
    Iron
     
    1.9
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    Comments

    1. Laura

      April 27, 2020 at 3:38 pm

      is your nutrition information for 1 serving, or for the whole dish (this dividing all your numbers by 4)? Thanks! Loved this recipe! Just trying to count my macros!

      Reply
    2. Leah

      January 05, 2020 at 6:54 pm

      My parmesan cheese separated from the sauce and was clumpy. Any idea what I did wrong?

      Reply
      • Jennifer

        January 30, 2020 at 9:18 pm

        From my experience with Alfredo Sauces, once you add the cheese don’t let it boil. Keep it on a low flame and keep stirring until all the cheese has melted. Hope this helps !

        Reply
        • Julia

          February 19, 2020 at 8:20 pm

          Yes, keep the sauce simmering while adding the cheese and stirring it in.

          Reply
        • Jannita

          April 17, 2020 at 9:20 pm

          Easy and delicious! This will be a family favorite to make over and over.

          Reply
      • Julia

        February 19, 2020 at 10:55 pm

        Make sure the sauce is hot enough before you add the cheese. The sauce should be simmering (boiling on low) before you add the cheese.

        Reply
    3. Dale Blake

      December 27, 2019 at 5:47 pm

      Just made this tonight. I didnt blanch the broccoli which gave it a little crunch. I do gotta say it was AMAZING.

      Reply
      • Julia

        February 20, 2020 at 4:44 pm

        So happy you liked this dish! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Jenny Smith

      September 29, 2019 at 4:27 pm

      I've made this recipe a few times now and it is delicious! Generous serving portions and/or great for leftovers! Very flavorful.

      Reply
      • Julia

        September 29, 2019 at 5:33 pm

        So glad you enjoyed this recipe! Thank you for the comment!

        Reply
    5. Maca

      September 15, 2019 at 11:55 am

      This sounds delish!! Just a question though, could you prepare this ahead of time, put the entire dish in a 9x13 pan cover and reheat?? Or is it only good if you prepare just before serving?

      Reply
      • Julia

        September 28, 2019 at 2:19 pm

        It's best to serve it immediately. But if you want to serve it as a pasta bake, that will work too! Reheat it gently in the oven, without overcooking to make sure the sauce does not separate.

        Reply
    6. Jessica

      May 05, 2019 at 3:46 pm

      Was delicious. On a side note, I don't understand how food bloggers don't lose their minds with some of the comments people leave. "What type of wine?" Did you even read the recipe? Nowhere does it mention wine. "Can I use just heavy cream instead of milk?" You're an adult, do what you want. Do you really think not using plain milk is going to ruin the recipe? How have people been able to survive this long without dying off is beyond me.

      Reply
      • Bonnie

        September 22, 2019 at 12:36 pm

        I agree with you.

        Reply
      • Shannon

        March 02, 2020 at 7:43 am

        I agree! 🙂

        Reply
      • Sandra

        March 19, 2020 at 10:06 am

        I agree 100% Jessica!

        Reply
    7. Annie

      March 19, 2019 at 11:35 am

      I love this recipe, but i have one question. I much is 1 portion ? 1 cup ?

      Reply
      • Julia

        March 25, 2019 at 6:07 pm

        The whole recipe makes 4 servings, not sure if it's 1 cup or a little bit more.

        Reply
    8. Karen

      January 22, 2019 at 2:15 pm

      Can I substitute the milk for more heavy cream? I’m not allowed to drive yet, doctors orders. & my husband gets off from work late was hoping to have dinner ready once he gets home. But if i need milk I will make something else and save this recipe for later this week

      Reply
      • Julia

        January 31, 2019 at 8:52 pm

        You can use heavy cream if you don't have milk. If you use only heavy cream (without milk), then use only half the amount of cheese.

        Reply
    9. Karen

      January 22, 2019 at 2:13 pm

      Instead of milk can I add more heavy cream. Wanted to make this recipe today but don’t have any milk and I’m still not allowed to drive (doctors orders) & husband gets off late from work today.

      Reply
    10. Bob

      January 19, 2019 at 8:08 am

      When and how much wine type and when added

      Reply
      • Tommy

        January 26, 2019 at 12:33 pm

        There is no wine in the recipe

        Reply
        • Julia

          January 31, 2019 at 8:22 pm

          Correct! There is no wine in the recipe.

          Reply
      • D

        June 25, 2019 at 2:59 pm

        Thanks for the recipe!

        Reply
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