Delicious Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A rich and flavorful pasta dish inspired by the festive Mardi Gras celebrations, featuring delicious turkey bacon and chicken ham.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup chicken ham, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add the diced chicken ham and minced garlic; sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning until combined.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated, but the cream sauce may need to be thinned with a little milk.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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