Chicken Carbonara Farfalle with Shrimp
Elevate your pasta night with this indulgent Chicken Carbonara Farfalle with Shrimp! This luxurious dish combines tender slices of seasoned chicken breast, succulent sautéed shrimp, and perfectly cooked bow-tie pasta, all enveloped in a creamy carbonara sauce made with Parmesan, eggs, and a hint of heavy cream for extra richness. The addition of garlic, olive oil, and a touch of butter infuses the dish with irresistible flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in under an hour, this restaurant-worthy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it warm with a side of crusty bread and enjoy a meal that's as comforting as it is elegant. Perfect keywords: chicken carbonara recipe, shrimp and pasta, creamy farfalle pasta, seafood and chicken pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams farfalle pasta (bow-tie pasta)
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 250 grams raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 100 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the farfalle pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for 5 minutes, and then slice into thin strips.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and butter. Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Take care not to burn the garlic.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Return the cooked pasta to the skillet and lower the heat to low. Slowly pour the egg mixture over the pasta, stirring constantly to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Add the sliced chicken and cooked shrimp back into the skillet, stirring gently to coat them in the sauce. Heat for 2-3 minutes, but do not let the sauce boil to avoid scrambling the eggs.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the Chicken Carbonara Farfalle with Shrimp in individual bowls, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and extra grated Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.5 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.9 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1391 mg | 464% | |
| Sodium | 4804 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.9 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 270.3 g | 541% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1481 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2250 mg | 48% | |
*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.
