Description

Best-Ever Chicken Carbonara is a creamy and indulgent pasta dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh garlic, enveloped in a rich egg and Parmesan sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at special occasions. With its irresistible flavors and comforting aroma, every bite transports you to culinary bliss.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
6 oz thick-cut bacon or pancetta
8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
3 large eggs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Salt to taste

Instructions

Prepare ingredients by chopping bacon and mincing garlic.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy (5-7 minutes). Remove and let drain on paper towels.
In the same skillet with bacon drippings, add seasoned chicken breasts. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
Bring salted water to a boil; cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
Whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper in a bowl.
Drain pasta, reserving some water. Return hot pasta to the skillet with chicken and bacon. Quickly stir in egg mixture while tossing until creamy—add reserved pasta water if needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
Calories: 610
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 880mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 63g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 215mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using shrimp instead of chicken. - Toss in peas or sun-dried tomatoes for extra color and taste. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of cream.