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

If you're a fan of creamy pasta dishes and cheesy goodness, then you'll absolutely love this Four-Cheese Chicken Carbonara recipe. This indulgent and rich pasta dish features tender chicken, crisp pancetta, and a decadent combination of four different cheeses. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for a cozy night in or a special dinner with loved ones.

Carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish that typically features eggs, cheese, and pancetta or bacon. It's known for ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package thick-cut bacon
  • 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 3 teaspoons ground black pepper, divided
  • 3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan-Romano cheese blend
  • 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese blend
  • 3 eggs, beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Chop into small pieces when cool enough to handle.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and olive oil; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
  • While pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large, deep skillet over low heat. Add chopped bacon, garlic, and 1 teaspoon pepper; sauté until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Increase heat to medium, add chicken, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add whipping cream, Parmesan-Romano cheese, and remaining 2 teaspoons pepper to the skillet. Stir and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Add Colby-Jack cheese and stir until melted. Stir in beaten eggs and bring to a simmer. Add drained pasta and stir until coated with sauce.
  • Nutrition

    808 cal.

    • Total Fat: 56g
    • Saturated Fat: 27g
    • Cholesterol: 235mg
    • Sodium: 736mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 181mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 369mg