
Spicy Chicken & Bacon Pasta
Tender chicken breast, savory bacon, and perfectly al dente pasta come together under a zesty, Parmesan-infused sauce in this easy weeknight meal that tastes oh-so-indulgent. The best part? It’s all made in one pot, meaning you get maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. Plus, it’s simple to add your personal touch to this classic, whether that’s a sprinkle of herbs or the addition of your favorite veggies.
Directions
Recipe Ingredients
- 2 cups dry rotini (spiral) pasta
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast tenderloins, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (like vegetable, canola or grapeseed oil)
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 1/2 cups milk (any kind)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled or 1/2 cup bacon bits
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish