Chicken Bacon Alfredo, all the great flavors of Fettuccine Alfredo but with chicken, bacon, and a quick and easy homemade Alfredo sauce. Simple dinner that can be made on busy nights!
Did someone say BACON? Yep, this Chicken Bacon Alfredo is full of pasta, Homemade Alfredo Sauce, chicken, and BACON. This pasta dish is quick and easy, and a family favorite for a quick weeknight meal or special occasion.
Another quick dinner option to add to all my fun Alfredo recipes. This one is just as quick and easy as all the others. Easy enough for a weeknight dinner, and delicious enough for a special occasion.
Feel free to use any kind of pasta you’d like or have around. Just be sure to adjust the baking time.
Also, I used raw chicken, but if you have leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken, that would be a great way to save time! Or see my How to Make Shredded Chicken for another option. You’ll get lots of leftover chicken for even more recipes.
Chicken Bacon Alfredo Ingredients
- Fettuccine pasta (or your favorite pasta)
- Bacon
- Chicken, boneless skinless breasts
- Butter
- Garlic
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan, good quality freshly grated
How to Make Chicken Bacon Alfredo
- MAKE PASTA. Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook pasta according to box directions for al dente.
- COOK CHICKEN & BACON. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes or until bacon is crispy. Remove bacon from pan, and place on paper towels, but reserve the fat in the pan. Cook the chicken in the pan for about 3-5 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- MAKE ALFREDO SAUCE. Place a large pot over medium heat. Melt butter, then stir in minced garlic cloves. Cook about 1 minute or until garlic is soft and fragrant, stirring constantly.
- Slowly add the heavy cream to the saucepan, whisk until cream comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer about 3-5 minutes or until it starts to thicken.
- COMBINE. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and thick. Stir in bacon, chicken, and drained cooked pasta.
(Full printable recipe card is at bottom of post.)
Serving Suggestions
- Before serving, I’d suggest topping the pasta with a little fresh chopped parsley and/or freshly grated parmesan cheese. A little more crispy bacon on top would also be great. Completely optional though!
- For best results, serve right away. Alfredo sauce generally tastes best right after its made, and not reheated.
- This pasta would be great with a salad and/or homemade bread like these homemade Fluffy Buttermilk Chive Biscuits or this tasty Beer Bread.
- A side vegetable would also be delicious with this pasta such as steamed broccoli or even these easy Italian Green Beans or Roasted Brussels Sprouts.
Quick Tips for Best Results
- I would recommend serving this pasta dish right away. You can reheat leftovers, but they might not be as good.
- Use any kind of pasta you’d like, but make sure you adjust the pasta cooking time as needed.
- Be sure the chicken and bacon are thoroughly cooked before mixing with the pasta. You could also use precooked leftover chicken if you have any in the fridge.
- If you like a lot of pasta and/or sauce, you might want to double either or both in the recipe. Some people may find the serving size a bit on the small side. Likewise, if you prefer A LOT of sauce, you may want to double the sauce recipe. Personal preference.
Chicken Bacon Alfredo FAQ
How should I store this Chicken Bacon Alfredo?
Pasta dishes with Alfredo Sauce are generally best served right away, however, if you have leftovers, store covered in the fridge.
Can I freeze the Chicken Baco Alfredo pasta?
I would not suggest freezing this pasta dish. Alfredo sauce doesn’t always freeze well.
How long will the pasta last?
If covered well, it should last at least a few days in the fridge.
Substitutions?
Instead of chicken and bacon you could use your favorite protein and/or vegetables. Sausage, crab, shrimp, mushrooms, onions, peppers, and broccoli are just a handful of tasty options.
Can I use low-fat ingredients?
I would not recommend using low-fat cream or cheese for the Alfredo sauce. You can, but the sauce may not be as creamy or thick.
What else can I add to this recipe?
Like I mentioned with the substitutions, you can add your favorite proteins and/or veggies. You could also add some Cajun seasoning or dried Italian seasoning, basil, or oregano. A little ranch seasoning would also be great mixed with the Alfredo sauce.
What should I serve the pasta with?
See above for more serving suggestions, but I would suggest a simple salad and/or side green vegetable.
Didn’t turn out, what went wrong?
If you didn’t use heavy cream and good quality Parmesan cheese, your sauce may get grainy and not thicken as well.
Can I make this vegan, vegetarian, low carb, or gluten-free?
Vegan – You can try vegan dairy and cheese in this but results could vary quite a bit.
Vegetarian – Omit the chicken and bacon, and add your favorite meat substitute or vegetables.
Low-Carb – Swap out the pasta for a lower carb pasta, zoodles, or spaghetti squash.
Gluten-Free – Swap out the pasta for a gluten-free pasta, zoodles, or spaghetti squash.
Other Bacon Recipes You May Enjoy
- Bacon & Apples Foster – A fun ice cream dessert with bacon and apples.
- BLT Dip – This easy dip is loaded with bacon, yum!
- Bacon Beer Cheese Dip – So much flavor in this one!
Hope you enjoy this Chicken Bacon Alfredo. Tell me in the comments what else you added!
You might also like this Instant Pot Alfredo Chicken and Grilled Chicken Alfredo.
Chicken Bacon Alfredo
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound fettuccine pasta (or your favorite pasta)
- 8 slices bacon chopped
- 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into small cubes (or use leftover cooked chicken, see note below)
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook pasta according to box directions for al dente.
- Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes or until bacon is crispy. Remove bacon from pan, and place on paper towels, but reserve the fat in the pan. Cook the chicken in the pan for about 3-5 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- Place a large pot over medium heat. Melt butter, then stir in minced garlic cloves. Cook about 1 minute or until garlic is soft and fragrant, stirring constantly.
- Slowly add the heavy cream to the saucepan, whisk until cream comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer about 3-5 minutes or until it starts to thicken.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and thick. Stir in bacon, chicken, and drained cooked pasta.
Notes
Nutrition:
(Nutrition data is provided when available for informational purposes only and calculated using an online nutritional calculator. For the most accurate information please calculate based on specific ingredients and brands you use as well as any changes you made to the recipe. I am not a certified nutritionist or registered dietician and any nutritional information provided should only be used as a general guideline and estimate.)
About Lisa Huff
Lisa Huff is a Cookbook Author, Freelance Recipe Developer, Food Photographer, Blogger/Writer, and award-winning home chef. She loves creating unique recipes from healthy to decadent including cocktails, appetizers, main dishes, dessert recipes and more and has appeared on various shows, publications, and websites.
I made this for Sunday dinner today and it was delicious. This will now be one of our favorite family recipes. Thank you for sharing!
thank you so much Dottie! :)
Love love Chicken Alfredo. This twist with bacon is definitely a must try. I can already imagine amazing taste in my mouth. Thanks for sharing.
This is my kind of quick and easy dinner! Looks so comforting and delicious!