Chicken Carbonara Deluxe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this Chicken Carbonara Deluxe recipe—a rich, creamy twist on the classic Italian favorite. Tender fettuccine or spaghetti is coated in a luscious sauce made from egg yolks, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, delivering a silky, decadent texture. Juicy, golden-browned chicken, crisp pancetta or bacon, and aromatic garlic elevate this dish to gourmet status, while fresh parsley adds the perfect touch of brightness. With simple yet impactful ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this elevated chicken carbonara comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for entertaining. Serve it piping hot with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan for an unforgettable pasta experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Fettuccine or spaghetti pasta
- 2 medium-sized Chicken breasts
- 150 grams Pancetta or thick-cut bacon
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 120 ml Heavy cream
- 100 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, finely chopped
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the pancetta or bacon. Cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, heavy cream, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
Reduce the skillet heat to low. Return the cooked chicken to the pancetta mixture in the pan. Add the cooked pasta and toss to combine.
Slowly pour the egg-cream mixture over the pasta, tossing constantly to coat the pasta and prevent the eggs from scrambling. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
Season the pasta with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired. Enjoy your Chicken Carbonara Deluxe!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
790 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.0 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 351 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 1611 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 53.8 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 424 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
