Creamy Chicken Bacon Pesto Pasta

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

 Add garlic to the same pan and cook until brown. Add chicken breast and sauté until cooked through. 

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.