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Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce

September 17, 2020 15 Comments

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This Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce is a comforting dish that’s perfect for the chillier fall days ahead.

Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce in a large bowl on a wooden board

Looking for some delicious, stick to your bones, comfort food dishes for the fall season ahead?

I’ve gotcha covered guys!

This Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce is just the ticket. It’s a hearty dish loaded with juicy chicken, bacon, tangy sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, all in a smooth and creamy, yet not overly heavy sauce.

Ingredients for Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce on a wooden board

This recipe is one of our favorites. Tom loves it because it’s super tasty. I love it for that reason and for that fact that it takes 30 minutes from start to finish. And it could be even quicker if you substitute some already cooked shredded rotisserie chicken from your local market.

I mean we all need quick and easy meals now that the carefree days of summer are in the rear view mirror, the kids are back to school and our schedules seem to be a bit more packed, don’t we?

I’m thinking this pasta dish, a chilled glass of wine and perhaps a slice of my Easy Twinkie Bundt Cake for dessert. Who’s in? Enjoy!

A few other favorite comfort food dishes here at the BHK are my Lasagna Bolognese and my Classic Pot Roast.

Overhead photo of Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce in a bowl on a wooden board

 

A Few Cook’s Notes for Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce Recipe:

As mentioned above, if you’re in a real hurry, just substitute some store-bought, pre-cooked, shredded rotisserie chicken for the chicken breasts.

If you’re not a fan of sun-dried tomatoes, you could swap them out for a 14.5-oz. can of diced tomatoes. Make sure to drain them.

 

5 from 7 votes
Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce in a bowl on a wooden board
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Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 

This Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce is a comforting dish that's perfect for the chillier fall days ahead.

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Pasta, chicken, bacon, tomatoes, comfort food
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 633 kcal
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
Ingredients
  • 12-oz. orecchiette pasta
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • kosher salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • 3 cups baby spinach, stems trimmed
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain. Set aside.

  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside. Reserve bacon grease in skillet.

  3. Coat chicken breasts in flour and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook chicken in skillet over medium-high heat until lightly browned on each side and no longer pink inside. Remove to plate and slice into thin strips and set aside.

  4. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for one minute, stirring constantly. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and the spinach and cook over medium heat until the spinach is slightly wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the chicken broth and stir, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the thyme leaves, butter, heavy cream and the Parmesan. Simmer for 5-7 minutes. Add the cooked pasta, bacon and sliced chicken and toss until fully coated. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts
Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon Cream Sauce
Amount Per Serving
Calories 633 Calories from Fat 333
% Daily Value*
Fat 37g57%
Saturated Fat 17g106%
Cholesterol 197mg66%
Sodium 648mg28%
Potassium 1544mg44%
Carbohydrates 25g8%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 50g100%
Vitamin A 3101IU62%
Vitamin C 18mg22%
Calcium 186mg19%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. 2pots2cook says

    September 17, 2020 at 5:56 am

    Perfect idea to use chicken leftovers for quick, tasty and comforting week dinner. Thank you !

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 17, 2020 at 9:51 am

      You’re so welcome Davorka! This recipe is such a lifesaver for those busy nights!

      Reply
  2. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    September 17, 2020 at 10:23 am

    My kind of dinner! All my favourite flavours in one bowl :) Adding this one to the menu asap.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 18, 2020 at 9:15 pm

      Thanks Jennifer!

      Reply
  3. Marissa says

    September 17, 2020 at 11:49 am

    This is my kind of fall comfort food, Mary Ann! And I need to check out your Twinkie Bundt cake too!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 17, 2020 at 12:23 pm

      Mine to Marissa! You’d love it.

      Reply
  4. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    September 17, 2020 at 11:55 am

    Sun-dried tomato, bacon, cream, chicken and pasta? Well, that just screams deliciousness, doesn’t it ;)?? Total comfort food right there, my friend. Pinned! Have a great weekend ahead :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 17, 2020 at 3:23 pm

      Oh, it’s delicious alright! Thanks Dawn. You too!

      Reply
  5. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    September 18, 2020 at 4:09 pm

    My belly feels warmer just looking at this creamy deliciousness! You know I’m here for anything involving bacon ;) Delicious!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 18, 2020 at 9:15 pm

      Lol! Thanks Katherine!

      Reply
  6. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    September 21, 2020 at 1:29 pm

    This chicken pasta looks absolutely amazing, Mare!!! The weather has turned colder here, so I’m craving all the yummy comfort food and this totally fits the bill! I can’t wait to try it! Pinned!!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 21, 2020 at 1:44 pm

      Thanks Chey!

      Reply
  7. Rita S says

    October 5, 2020 at 6:12 pm

    Thank you so much for this recipe!! There was a chain restaurant called Pasta Pomodoro out here in California that had an almost identical dish called Pasta Gemelli. Had the sundried tomato sauce, shredded chicken in a very light cream sauce etc. It was my absolute favorite and it was a special treat from my normally no-carb food plan. It was so sad when this chain closed its doors a few years ago and I’ve been missing that dish. So thank you!!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 5, 2020 at 8:11 pm

      You’re so welcome Rita! I’m so happy you enjoyed it! I love it because it’s not too rich, so I don’t feel like I’m overdoing it.

      Reply
    • Melinda says

      February 25, 2021 at 3:26 am

      I have been CRAVING for Gemelli from PP!! Does this taste like it??

      Reply

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