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Best-ever Chicken Carbonara Recipe

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Indulge in the best-ever chicken carbonara recipe featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy parmesan sauce. Perfect for pasta lovers and quick Italian-inspired dinners!

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 chicken breasts, diced
  • 6 slices of bacon, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the spaghetti in salted water according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, parmesan cheese, and heavy cream. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add diced chicken and cook until golden.
  4. Add chopped bacon to the skillet and cook until crispy.
  5. Lower the heat, then toss in the cooked spaghetti. Slowly pour the egg mixture into the pasta, stirring quickly to prevent scrambling. Add reserved pasta water as needed for a creamy consistency.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor.
  • To avoid curdling, ensure the skillet is not too hot when adding the egg mixture.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra spice.

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