Easy Chicken Carbonara Recipe
Get ready to indulge in creamy, cheesy perfection with this Easy Chicken Carbonara recipe! Packed with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a luscious sauce, it’s a weeknight dinner that feels like a gourmet treat.
It’s the perfect blend of creamy, cheesy, and savory goodness, with tender chicken and crispy bacon stealing the show.
What’s so great about this dish? It feels like a fancy restaurant meal, but it’s made with simple ingredients you likely already have at home.
Plus, it’s quick enough for busy weeknights and impressive enough to serve when you’re hosting friends or family.
With every forkful of this rich and satisfying pasta, you’ll wonder why you ever settled for takeout.
Ready to bring some Italian-inspired comfort to your table? Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients:
● 12 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
● 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into thin strips)
● 6 slices bacon, chopped
● 2 large eggs
● 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
● 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for extra creaminess)
● 3 cloves garlic, minced
● Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
● Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Cook the Pasta:
● Boil salted water in a large pot.
● Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. Cook the Bacon:
● In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy.
● Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
3. Cook the Chicken:
● Season chicken strips with salt and pepper.
● In the same skillet, cook chicken in bacon grease over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
● Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
4. Make the Sauce:
● In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream (if using). Set aside.
5. Combine Everything:
● Lower the heat to medium-low.
● Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken and bacon.
● Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing continuously to coat the pasta without scrambling the eggs.
6. Adjust Consistency:
● If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until you reach your desired creamy consistency.
7. Serve:
● Season with additional salt, pepper, and Parmesan if desired.
● Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
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