Creamy Skillet Chicken Carbonara
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of our Creamy Skillet Chicken Carbonara. This comforting dish is a one-pan wonder that brings together tender chicken, a luscious sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta—all in under 30 minutes! Ideal for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, this easy recipe is sure to impress your family and friends alike. With its versatile ingredients, you can customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping proteins to suit your taste. Get ready to savor every delicious bite of this hearty meal!
- 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
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 12 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, add fettuccine or spaghetti, and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Prepare the sauce: Whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and milk in a bowl until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine: Return chicken to the skillet on low heat, add drained pasta along with the sauce mixture. Toss while adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 210mg