This rich and comforting pasta dish combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh vegetables in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce. The Mississippi Spice Company Poultry Blend adds savory depth to the chicken, while the Cajun or Veggie Blend gives the sauce a flavorful kick. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 Tbsp bacon grease (or oil)
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2 Tbsp unsalted butter
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8 cloves fresh garlic, minced
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6 strips crispy bacon, chopped
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10 oz fresh baby spinach (1 bag)
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3 green onions, chopped
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8 oz baby bella mushrooms, sliced
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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3 Tbsp Mississippi Spice Company Poultry Blend
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1 Tbsp Mississippi Spice Company Cajun Blend or Veggie Blend
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1½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
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12 oz fettuccine or angel hair pasta
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the bacon: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake bacon for 40–45 minutes, or until crispy. Let cool, then chop. Save 2 Tbsp of the bacon grease.
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Prep veggies: Mince garlic, chop green onions and parsley, and slice mushrooms.
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Start the sauce base: In a large skillet over medium heat, add bacon grease and butter. Sauté the garlic until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove garlic and set aside.
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Cook the chicken: Season chicken with 2 Tbsp Mississippi Spice Company Poultry Blend. Pan-sear until golden brown on both sides. Transfer chicken to a Dutch oven or large pot.
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Build the flavor: Add garlic, chopped bacon, mushrooms, spinach, remaining Poultry Blend, and Cajun or Veggie Blend. Stir and cook until spinach is wilted.
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Make it creamy: Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in Parmesan, green onions, and parsley (reserving some for garnish). Reduce heat, cover, and simmer.
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Cook the pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, drain, and add to the pot. Stir well to coat pasta in the creamy sauce.
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Finish and serve: Plate pasta and garnish with extra parsley and green onions.
Pro Tips
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Flavor twist: Use smoked bacon for an extra layer of flavor.
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Make ahead: The sauce can be prepared a day in advance; just reheat gently and add fresh pasta before serving.
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Pairing idea: Serve with garlic bread and a crisp side salad for a complete meal.