Easy Chicken Carbonara Recipe
Chicken Carbonara is a creamy, comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken and rich flavors, ideal for cozy dinners or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 7-10 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently while stirring.
- Add drained spaghetti to the sauce; toss to coat. Incorporate reserved pasta water gradually if needed.
- Mix in freshly grated Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning with black pepper.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider sautéing vegetables like peas or mushrooms alongside the chicken.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp or bacon for a unique twist on this classic recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg