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Creamy Chicken Carbonara with Bacon for Christmas

Amazing Creamy Chicken Carbonara with Bacon for Christmas


  • Author: memorecipes.com
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and creamy take on the classic Italian carbonara, this version features tender chicken and crispy bacon, perfect for a festive Christmas dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 ounces bacon, diced
  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, cook the diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet with the bacon fat. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, Pecorino Romano cheese, and heavy cream. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Add the drained spaghetti and cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss to combine.
  6. Gradually pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta and chicken, tossing constantly to coat. The heat from the pasta will cook the eggs and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Stir in most of the crispy bacon.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining bacon and chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a richer sauce, use all egg yolks instead of a mix of eggs and yolks.
  • Adjust the amount of cheese to your preference.
  • If you don’t have Pecorino Romano, Parmesan cheese can be substituted.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 850
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 50g
  • Saturated Fat: 25g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 25g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 300mg

Keywords: chicken carbonara, creamy chicken, bacon pasta, Christmas dinner, Italian pasta, comfort food