Name: One-Pan Creamy Chicken and Bacon Zucchini Noodles
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast tenders; 6 slices bacon; 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 4 cups peeled chopped fresh tomatoes, drained; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided; 3 cups baby spinach leaves; 4 cups cooked and drained zucchini noodles; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

One-Pan Creamy Chicken and Bacon Zucchini Noodles

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This creamy skillet chicken with bacon uses zucchini noodles, but pasta will also work well. Substitute an equal amount of cooked pasta for the zucchini noodles, if you like. We like this with Caesar salad.

Ingredients

1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds chicken breast tenders
6 slices bacon
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 cups peeled, chopped fresh tomatoes, drained
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
3 cups baby spinach leaves
4 cups cooked and drained zucchini noodles
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Whisk Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl. Pat chicken dry with paper towels; toss with seasoning mixture.
Fry bacon in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat until crisp and nicely browned, about 5 minutes. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons bacon fat. Chop bacon; set aside.
Fry chicken in bacon fat in the hot skillet over medium heat until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Remove chicken to a plate; keep warm.
To the same skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes; cook for 3 minutes. Pour in cream and bring to a boil. Stir in ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese; cook until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth, about 3 minutes.
Add spinach; cook and stir until spinach wilts, 1 to 2 minutes. Return chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet; stir in chopped bacon and zucchini noodles. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is heated through, 3 to 4 minutes; season with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese to serve.

Tips

Pre-shredded Parmesan cheese usually contains an anti-caking agent which may cause the sauce to break. Freshly grated Parmesan from a block of cheese is recommended.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

714	Calories
49g	Fat
36g	Carbs
37g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 714
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 49g	63%
Saturated Fat 21g	104%
Cholesterol 140mg	47%
Sodium 1644mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 36g	13%
Dietary Fiber 6g	20%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 37g
Vitamin C 39mg	197%
Calcium 383mg	29%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1406mg	30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.