Creamy Skillet Chicken Carbonara
Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic favorite with this Creamy Skillet Chicken Carbonara. This one-pan dish features tender chicken enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce, making it the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. With its minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, this recipe is sure to become a staple at your family table. Pair it with fresh salads or crusty garlic bread for an unforgettable meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 12 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook fettuccine or spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, whole milk (or half-and-half), salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine everything: Reduce skillet heat to low. Return cooked pasta to the skillet with chicken, then pour the sauce mixture over pasta while stirring quickly to coat evenly without scrambling the eggs.
- Serve: Allow everything to warm through for about 2-3 minutes before serving immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 210mg