Creamy Chicken Bacon Pesto Pasta

Ā SautĆ© bacon in a saucepan or medium wok until slightly crispy. Set aside half of the bacon for topping.

Ā Add garlic to the same pan and cook until brown. Add chicken breast and sautĆ© until cooked through.Ā 

Add all-purpose cream, water or stock, and cream cheese. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined. Add pesto and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Toss in cooked pasta until the sauce is evenly distributed. Transfer to a serving platter and top with crispy bacon bits. Serve with bread, if desired.

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