Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving a splash of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon, leaving the grease in the pan.
- Add chicken chunks to the bacon grease (add olive oil if needed) and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Lower heat to medium. Whisk in heavy cream and barbecue sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in Monterey Jack and Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Stir in drained tomatoes and spinach. Cook for 1 minute until spinach wilts.
- Add cooked pasta, chicken, and half the bacon back to the skillet. Toss to coat. Top with remaining bacon and parsley to serve.
Notes
For a spicy kick, use Pepper Jack cheese instead of Monterey Jack. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.