Ingredients:
- 2 cups tortellini, cooked
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
1️⃣ Cook Tortellini: Boil tortellini according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
2️⃣ Combine: In a pan, mix the Alfredo sauce, shredded chicken, and crumbled bacon. Stir until everything is heated through.
3️⃣ Add Tortellini: Toss in the cooked tortellini, ensuring it is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
4️⃣ Serve: Top with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for color and flavor.
Variations:
- Vegetarian: Skip the chicken and bacon, and add sautéed mushrooms and spinach for a delicious vegetarian twist.
- Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or drizzle some hot sauce into the sauce for a spicy kick.
- Garlic Lovers: Sauté minced garlic in butter before adding the Alfredo sauce for a more aromatic and garlicky flavor.
- Other Proteins: Use sausage or shrimp as an alternative to chicken and bacon for a different flavor profile.
Tips:
- Make it ahead: You can prep the chicken and bacon ahead of time for a quicker meal.
- Cheese Variation: Add mozzarella cheese along with the Parmesan for an extra cheesy, gooey texture.
- Sauce Consistency: If the sauce becomes too thick after cooking, add a little pasta water or milk to loosen it up.
- Crispy Bacon: For extra crunch, make sure to cook the bacon until crispy before crumbling it. This will add a nice texture contrast to the creamy dish.
Enjoy your creamy, indulgent pasta!