Description
Chicken Carbonara Pasta is a creamy and comforting dish that seamlessly combines tender chicken, crispy pancetta, and rich Parmesan cheese in a velvety sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions, promising a burst of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare, Chicken Carbonara will impress your family and friends while providing a warm, satisfying meal that feels like a culinary hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 oz pancetta or bacon
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Salt for pasta water
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Boil salted water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook pancetta until crispy (about 5 minutes). Add chicken and cook until golden brown (about another 5 minutes).
- Whisk together egg yolks, cream, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper in a bowl; gradually mix in reserved pasta water until smooth.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet and pour sauce over it; toss quickly to combine.
- Plate the carbonara and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 250mg