Cheesy Chicken, Asparagus, and Bacon Shells

4.89 from 9 votes

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 Time10

Cook Time40

Total Time50

Course: Dinner, entree, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cheesy Chicken, Asparagus, and Bacon Shells, cheesy chicken, asparagus, and bacon shells recipe, chicken asparagus bacon pasta, Shell Pasta, Shell Pasta Recipe

Servings: servings

Author: Alyssa Rivers

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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