Creamy Chicken & Bacon Pasta

A rich, comforting pasta dinner made with tender chicken, crispy thick-cut bacon, fettuccine, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a creamy sauce that coats every bite.

This creamy chicken and bacon pasta is the kind of easy dinner that feels special without being complicated. It is hearty, flavorful, and made with simple ingredients that come together in one skillet for a satisfying family meal.

Juicy chicken breast, smoky bacon, savory onion, fresh garlic, beef broth, heavy cream, and finely grated Parmesan create a sauce that is thick, smooth, and deeply comforting. The pasta cooks right in the broth, helping it absorb flavor while the sauce becomes rich and creamy.

This recipe is also easy to customize. You can add meatballs or sausage for a different version, or stir in vegetables such as broccoli, green beans, or spinach to make the dish even more filling. Serve it with crusty garlic bread so you can enjoy every bit of the creamy bacon sauce.

If you need a cozy weeknight dinner, a weekend pasta dish, or a meal that makes leftovers worth looking forward to, this creamy chicken bacon pasta is a delicious choice. It freezes well and can be stored in an airtight container for up to one month.

The best part is how practical this recipe is. The ingredients are basic, the method is straightforward, and the result tastes like a restaurant-style creamy pasta dinner made right at home.

The crispy bacon adds smoky flavor, the chicken makes it hearty, and the Parmesan cream sauce brings everything together. It is a warm, filling, family-friendly pasta recipe that is perfect when you want comfort food with plenty of flavor.

Creamy Chicken & Bacon Pasta

This creamy chicken and bacon pasta recipe combines fettuccine, seasoned chicken breast, crisp bacon, garlic, onion, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream in a rich skillet sauce. It is a simple, satisfying pasta dinner with bold flavor and a smooth, comforting texture.

Ingredients

10 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1/2 stick butter
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, chopped into small strips
4 large cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces fettuccine pasta
2 cups beef broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 to 2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp.
Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Leave a small amount of bacon grease in the skillet for extra flavor.
Add the chicken and olive oil to the same skillet. Season with salt and pepper, then cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
Add the butter and chopped onion to the skillet. Cook over medium heat until the onion is soft.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
Add the fettuccine pasta, beef broth, and additional salt and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the skillet and reduce the heat to a simmer.
Cook for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender, stirring every 4 to 5 minutes so the pasta cooks evenly and does not stick.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water. Stir the mixture into the skillet to help thicken the sauce.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Top with chopped bacon and fresh parsley.
Serve warm and enjoy.

Recipe Notes

For a thicker sauce, use the full amount of cornstarch. For a slightly looser sauce, start with 1 teaspoon. This creamy pasta is delicious on its own, but it also pairs well with garlic bread or simple vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container, or freeze for up to one month.

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This creamy chicken and bacon pasta is a comforting dinner idea for busy nights, family meals, and anyone who loves a rich Parmesan cream sauce with smoky bacon and tender chicken.