Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Alfredo

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This is a decadent version of chicken Alfredo. It has three different types of cheese, bacon, and sun-dried tomatoes. It does use a few pots and pans, but the end result is worth it.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ½ pound penne pasta

  • 6 ounces bacon, chopped

  • ½ pound boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt

  • 1 teaspoon cantanzaro herbs (from Savory Spice Shop®)

  • ¼ cup butter

  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups milk

  • ½ cup grated fontina cheese

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ¼ cup provolone cheese

  • 1 ¾ ounces chopped sun-dried tomatoes

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and desired crispness is reached, 6 to 10 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels.

  3. Add chopped chicken thighs, garlic salt, and cantanzaro herbs to skillet and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken to a plate.

  4. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until a pinch of flour sprinkled into the oil just begins to bubble. Whisk in flour to form a thick paste the consistency of cake frosting. Slowly add in milk, stirring constantly. Allow mixture to thicken, while stirring. Mix in fontina cheese, Parmesan, provolone, and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir to combine. Add drained pasta to sauce and mix well. Stir in cooked chicken and bacon.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

707 Calories
35g Fat
62g Carbs
37g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 707
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g 45%
Saturated Fat 18g 88%
Cholesterol 117mg 39%
Sodium 1230mg 53%
Total Carbohydrate 62g 23%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 37g 73%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 377mg 29%
Iron 4mg 23%
Potassium 920mg 20%

* 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.