Creamy Skillet Chicken Carbonara
Creamy Skillet Chicken Carbonara is a comforting and indulgent dish that brings the classic Italian flavors right to your table in just one pan. This easy recipe substitutes traditional pork products with juicy chicken, blending savory garlic and rich Parmesan cheese into a luscious, creamy sauce that hugs every strand of fettuccine or spaghetti. Perfect for a family dinner or gathering, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also allows for customization with your favorite vegetables. Enjoy the satisfying taste and heartwarming aroma that makes this carbonara a true weeknight favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 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
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper until browned (6-8 minutes). Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, whole milk, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Return cooked pasta to the skillet with chicken. Pour in the egg mixture while quickly tossing everything together. Add reserved pasta water gradually for desired creaminess.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 230mg