Description
Experience a delightful twist on the classic club sandwich with this Club Sandwich Pasta Bowl! Creamy pasta mingles with crispy bacon, tender turkey, and fresh veggies, creating a warm and hearty dish. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, transforming simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup diced turkey breast (deli-style or leftover)
- 2 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup diced vine-ripened tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels, reserving some drippings.
- In the same skillet, add diced turkey and garlic powder; sauté for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sautéed turkey mixture, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese.
- Mix mayonnaise with salt and pepper; drizzle over the pasta mix and toss gently.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional bacon bits or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg