Mascarpone Pasta with Chicken, Bacon and Spinach

Ingredients

• 1 lb of penne pasta
• 1 lb of boneless chicken breasts, diced
• 1/2 cup of bacon, diced
• 1/2 cup of spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup of mascarpone cheese
• 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp of garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
2. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and crisp.
4. Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add the spinach and garlic powder to the skillet and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.
6. Add the cooked pasta, mascarpone cheese, Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
7. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy, about 3-4 minutes.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Mascarpone cheese is an Italian cream cheese that is similar to cream cheese but has a sweeter, richer flavor.
• The dish is a great way to use up leftovers; you can use any type of cooked pasta and any type of cooked meat or vegetables.
• This dish is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins A and C.