Creamy Chicken Angel Hair

• 1 (16 ounce) package angel hair pasta (or thin spaghetti)
• 1 1/4 lbs chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 large carrot, diced (or 1/2 cup baby carrots)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 celery rib, diced
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded (optional)

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the chicken, salt and pepper in 2 tablespoons oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm.
2. In the same skillet, saute carrot in butter and remaining oil for 1 minute. Add the onion, celery, and garlic; saute 3-4 minutes longer or until tender.
3. Stir in the cream, bacon, lemon juice and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring constantly. Return chicken to the pan.
4. Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

angel hair pasta, chicken breasts, salt, pepper, olive oil, carrot, butter, onion, celery, garlic, heavy whipping cream, bacon, lemon juice, italian seasoning, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/creamy-chicken-angel-hair-389536 (may not work)