Description
Creamy Chicken Carbonara Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that brings together tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a luscious creamy sauce, all in about 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner at home, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. The rich flavors of cream cheese and Parmesan blend seamlessly with the pasta, creating a comforting dish everyone will love. Whether you’re serving it to your family or impressing a date, this versatile recipe is sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices of bacon
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced chicken until golden brown. Add minced garlic and diced onion; cook until soft.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve some pasta water.
- Whisk together eggs, cream, Parmesan, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Combine drained pasta with the chicken mixture; pour sauce over and toss until well-coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 215mg