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Creamy Carbonara with Crispy Chicken & Bacon

Creamy Carbonara with Crispy Chicken & Bacon: Your Cozy Delight

Experience the comforting flavors of Creamy Carbonara with Crispy Chicken & Bacon, a crowd-pleaser perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine Try gluten-free pasta for an alternative.
For the Protein
  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs) Shrimp or tofu is a great swap.
  • 6 oz thick-cut bacon Consider using pancetta or turkey bacon.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced Aromatic staple.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a vegan option, blend silken tofu.
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Try Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper Adjust according to your palate.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Adds freshness and color.

Equipment

  • pot
  • skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, add pasta, cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain pasta and set aside.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat skillet, sear chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let it rest before slicing.
  3. In the same skillet, add diced bacon and cook until crispy (5-6 minutes). Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  4. Whisk in heavy cream with bacon and garlic. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then add Parmesan cheese until creamy.
  5. Slice chicken, return to skillet with sauce. Add drained pasta and reserve pasta water to reach desired creaminess.
  6. Plate servings, garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, mix pasta and sauce immediately after cooking, and adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water.

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