Make Your Meal Memorable with the Best-Ever Chicken Carbonara Recipe!

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Creamy, rich, and packed with flavor, Chicken Carbonara is a dish that takes pasta night to the next level. Tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a luscious sauce made with Parmesan and eggs come together in perfect harmony. This easy-to-make meal feels like a restaurant-quality dish that you can whip up in the comfort of your kitchen.

Perfect for a cozy dinner, Chicken Carbonara satisfies those cravings for a hearty, indulgent meal without too much fuss. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a special occasion, this dish brings comfort and delight to every bite.

Ingredients & Substitutions

• 12 oz. fettuccine
• 4 slices bacon
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 4 large eggs, beaten
• 3/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
• 1/3 c. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
  

How to Make The Best-Ever Chicken Carbonara Recipe:

• In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
  
• Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until bacon is crispy, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to a bowl and drain half the fat in skillet.
  
• Add chicken to skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Season generously with salt and pepper and cook, flipping halfway through, until no longer pink, 10 minutes.
  
• Reduce heat to low and return bacon to skillet. Toss, then add cooked pasta and toss until combined.
  
• In a small bowl, beat together eggs, Parmesan, and parsley and season with salt and pepper.
  
• Pour egg mixture over pasta and toss until coated, then add a couple tablespoons pasta water until creamy. (Add more pasta water by the tablespoonful as necessary.)
  
• Garnish with Parmesan and parsley and serve immediately.