How to Make Chicken Carbonara - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of creamy, indulgent pasta dishes, then you're going to love this Chicken Carbonara recipe. This classic Italian dish combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and rich Parmesan cheese to create a decadent and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion. The best part is that it's surprisingly easy to make, so you can impress your friends and family with this restaurant-quality dish without spending hours in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 (4 ounce) package pancetta bacon, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 ½ cups whipping cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 large egg yolks
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
  • 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large, heavy frying pan over medium heat. Add pancetta and garlic; saute until brown and crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
  • Whisk cream, Parmesan, egg yolks, basil, and parsley together in a large bowl until well blended.
  • Stir chicken into the pancetta mixture until combined. Add cooked spaghetti and cream mixture. Toss over medium-low heat until chicken is heated through and sauce forms a thick coating over the spaghetti, about 4 minutes. Do not boil or the eggs will scramble. Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a large, wide serving bowl.
  • Nutrition

    715 cal.

    • Total Fat: 43g
    • Saturated Fat: 23g
    • Cholesterol: 373mg
    • Sodium: 353mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 208mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 415mg