Description
Chicken Carbonara is a delightful Italian classic that combines tender chicken with crispy pancetta, creamy garlic sauce, and perfectly cooked spaghetti. This comforting dish is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for family dinners or romantic date nights. With its rich flavors and enticing aroma, Chicken Carbonara transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that will impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz pancetta or bacon
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook diced pancetta over medium heat until crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sauté in the same skillet until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet with chicken; cook for about 30 seconds.
- Return pancetta to the skillet; add cooked spaghetti and toss to combine.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and Parmesan cheese; gradually pour over the hot pasta while tossing to create a creamy sauce.
- Season with black pepper and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, swap chicken for mushrooms or add shrimp for a seafood twist. To enhance flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like basil or extra garlic.