INGREDIENTS
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts or 1 lb. chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
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6 slices bacon, diced
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2 tablespoons butter
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5 garlic cloves minced or pressed
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 can (14.5 fluid ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
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1 package (1 pound) penne pasta
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3 cups water
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1 cup half and half
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1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded plus more for serving
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1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
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1 cup grape tomatoes diced
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, for seasoning