CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH BACON

Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with Bacon image

"This is a family-favorite recipe, and one of the best things about it is that you only need two pans. My son does the dishes, so the less for him to clean, the happier he is!" Sandy Schmitzer - Swartz Creek, MI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 package (12 ounces) fettuccine
8 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Additional shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain, reserving 1-2 tablespoons drippings. , Saute chicken in drippings until no longer pink. Add mushrooms and green onions; cook until mushrooms are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the cream, cheese, paprika and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes. Stir in reserved bacon. , Drain fettuccine; place in a serving bowl. Add chicken mixture; toss to coat. Garnish with additional cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.