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Chicken Carbonara

A creamy, satisfying Italian-inspired dish featuring chicken and spaghetti enveloped in a rich sauce, topped with Parmesan cheese.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 400 g spaghetti For the base of the dish.
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced Main protein component.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 3 large eggs Base for the creamy sauce.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds creaminess and flavor.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced For seasoning.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
Garnishes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnishing the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan until well combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Slowly add the hot, drained spaghetti to the skillet with the chicken. Mix well, allowing the pasta to soak up the chicken flavor. Remove the skillet from heat and quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, stirring vigorously to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add some reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  2. Plate the Chicken Carbonara and garnish with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a complete meal, consider serving alongside Caesar salad or garlic bread. Use temperature control to avoid scrambling the eggs in the sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.