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Creamy Bacon & Chicken Penne with Greek Yogurt
A delightful Italian-Greek fusion pasta dish combining tender penne with crispy bacon, shredded chicken, and a silky cream sauce made with Greek yogurt and chicken stock. Ready in under 30 minutes, this comforting one-pan meal is perfect for beginners and packed with flavor.
30 min
Easy
4 servings
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Taste Profile
Sweet1/10
Salty7/10
Sour3/10
Umami8/10
Spicy1/10
🥄 Texture
Silky, creamy sauce coats the penne, giving a smooth mouthfeel from the Greek yogurt and melted cheddar. Tender shredded chicken and al dente pasta provide a soft bite while crispy bacon pieces add a satisfying crunchy contrast.
👃 Aroma
Smoky bacon and toasted garlic dominate the nose, supported by warm, slightly smoky paprika and savory chicken stock notes. A gentle tang from the Greek yogurt and a buttery, cheesy richness round out the aroma.
🍷 Pairs Well With
Crisp dry white wine (unoaked Chardonnay or dry Riesling) or a clean pilsner; non-alcoholic option: sparkling water with a twist of lemon.
🥗 Side Dishes
Simple green salad with lemon vinaigrette, roasted broccoli or asparagus, and crusty garlic bread or a warm baguette.
Ingredients(10 items)
- 112 oz penne pasta
- 26 oz bacon (chopped)
- 31.5 cups shredded chicken
- 41 cup Greek yogurt
- 51.5 cups chicken stock
- 63 cloves garlic (minced)
- 71 teaspoon paprika
- 82 tablespoons butter
- 91 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 10Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition Information(per serving)
625
Calories
42g
Protein
52g
Carbs
28g
Fat
Instructions
- 1
Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions (usually 10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2
While pasta cooks, fry the chopped bacon in a large pan over medium heat until crispy (about 5 minutes). Remove bacon and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
- 3
In the same pan, melt the butter and add minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add the shredded chicken and paprika. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.
- 4
Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes). Add the cooked bacon back to the pan.
- 5
Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce, mix well, and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for 2 more minutes until cheese melts. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
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