Creamy Cauliflower Alfredo with Chicken and Turkey Bacon
Creamy Cauliflower Alfredo with Chicken and Turkey Bacon is a delicious and lighter twist on classic pasta dishes. This recipe features a rich and velvety cauliflower-based sauce that delivers all the creaminess you crave without the heavy calories. Juicy chicken pieces and crispy turkey bacon add flavor and texture, making this dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Whether you’re looking for a healthy weeknight meal or a comforting dish to share with friends, this Creamy Cauliflower Alfredo is sure to impress. It’s easy to prepare, nutritious, and incredibly satisfying, proving that comfort food can be both delicious and wholesome.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 5 slices of turkey bacon, chopped
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil water and cook cauliflower florets until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bite-sized chicken pieces until browned and cooked through (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté chopped turkey bacon in the same skillet until crispy (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Blend the cooked cauliflower in a blender or food processor with reserved cooking water until smooth; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return chicken to the skillet with turkey bacon, pour blended sauce over it, stir to combine, and heat gently for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg