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Cheesy Chicken, Asparagus, and Bacon Shells
Cheesy Chicken, Asparagus, Bacon, and Mushroom Shells are made in one pan with an incredibly creamy white cheese sauce. This is a quick and easy meal that will become a new family favorite!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 848 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 10 ounces medium shell pasta
- 6 pieces chopped raw bacon
- 1 bunch asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 cup grated Mozzarella cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded or chopped chicken, I used a rotisserie chicken
Instructions
- Cook 10 ounces medium shell pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain and set aside.
- Add 6 pieces chopped raw bacon to a 12-inch skillet and cook over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes or up to 6 minutes if you prefer crispier bacon.
- Add 1 bunch asparagus, and 1 cup sliced mushrooms and continue to cook until the vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes.
- Use the same pot that was used to cook the pasta to prepare the sauce. Add 3 tablespoons salted butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-low heat. Once the butter is melted, add 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 2 cups heavy whipping cream, and¼ teaspoon ground white pepper. Whisk frequently for about 5 minutes until it begins to simmer.
- Add ½ cup grated parmesan cheese and 3 teaspoons dried parsley. Cook over low heat for about 10 minutes, until smooth and thick.
- Once thickened, add 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese and whisk constantly until smooth.
- Add the pasta and1 ½ cups shredded or chopped chicken, to the skillet with the bacon mixture. Pour the sauce over it and stir until everything is combined. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
848kcal
(42%)
Carbohydrates
43g
(14%)
Protein
36g
(72%)
Fat
60g
(92%)
Saturated Fat
31g
(155%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
18g
Trans Fat
0.3g
Cholesterol
198mg
(66%)
Sodium
686mg
(29%)
Potassium
461mg
(13%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
2116IU
(42%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
253mg
(25%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 848
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 848kcal | 42% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 60g | 92% |
| Saturated Fat | 31g | 155% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 198mg | 66% |
| Sodium | 686mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 461mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 2116IU | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 253mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.