Creamy Protein Pasta Bowl: Easy 15-Minute Delight with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a delicious and creamy protein-packed pasta bowl ready in just 15 minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, cook the chopped turkey bacon until crispy.
- Stir in the heavy cream and garlic powder, mixing well.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Drain the pasta and toss it in the creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Protein Pasta, Turkey Bacon, Easy Recipe, 15-Minute Meal