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Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta

Name: Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon; 2 chicken breasts, sliced; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 2 teaspoons italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon paprika; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups spinach; 4 small tomatoes, diced; 1 ½ cups cream; 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus more for serving; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish; 10 oz penne pasta, cooked until al dente; 3 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

By Tasty30 min4 servings

If you're in need of a hug in a bowl, this creamy chicken penne pasta is just the ticket. With tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a velvety sauce, it's pure comfort in a bowl.

Instructions

1
In a deep skillet, fry the bacon until crispy. Remove to a paper towel to drain, then chop.
2
In the same skillet, add the chicken and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Cook until no longer pink inside.
3
Add the garlic and cook until softened.
4
Add spinach and tomatoes and cook until the spinach is wilted.
5
Add the cream, Parmesan, an red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
6
Add the penne and bacon, and stir until fully coated in sauce.
7
Serve with parsley, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
8
Enjoy!