Irresistible 20-Minute Creamy Tortellini Carbonara Recipe with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A quick and creamy tortellini carbonara that’s ready in just 20 minutes, featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham for a delightful twist!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package tortellini
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1/2 cup chicken ham, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and diced chicken ham, cooking until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream to the skillet and bring to a slight simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and mix until well coated.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley and crispy bacon.
Notes
- This dish can be made with regular bacon if preferred.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream and cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: tortellini, carbonara, creamy pasta, quick dinner, turkey bacon