Description
A cozy and creamy Chicken Carbonara that brings Italian flavors to your table, perfect for family gatherings or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and diced
- 4 oz smoked turkey strips, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil water in a large pot, add spaghetti, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a small cup of pasta water.
- Crisp the Turkey Strips: In a skillet over medium heat, add diced smoked turkey. Cook until crispy, then add minced garlic and sauté for 1 more minute.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together eggs and grated Parmesan until creamy and smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the crispy turkey strips, tossing to coat in oil. Remove from heat.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Mix in the egg and cheese mixture, stirring continuously to avoid scrambling. Add reserved pasta water if too thick.
- Add Chicken & Season: Gently fold in cooked chicken and season with salt and pepper. Adjust to taste.
- Serve: Plate the Chicken Carbonara, garnishing with fresh parsley, and enjoy immediately!
Notes
For a creamy texture, use fresh eggs and avoid scrambling by removing the skillet from heat before adding the egg mixture.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT20M
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pasta Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 250 mg
Keywords: chicken carbonara, comfort food, Easy Dinner, Italian cuisine, pasta recipes