Best-ever Chicken Carbonara Recipe
Indulge in the best-ever Chicken Carbonara recipe! This dish features tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a velvety, rich carbonara sauce tossed with al dente pasta. Simple ingredients combine to create a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb spaghetti
- 2 large eggs + 2 egg yolks
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, egg yolks, and grated Parmesan. Set aside.
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the grease.
- In the same skillet, add diced chicken. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low. Add cooked spaghetti and toss with the chicken and garlic.
- Remove skillet from heat and quickly stir in the egg and Parmesan mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
- Add bacon back into the pan, toss well, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Be sure to toss the pasta off the heat to avoid scrambling the eggs.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg