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Indulge in Creamy Spaghetti Carbonara with Chicken

This Spaghetti Carbonara with Chicken offers a luscious blend of creamy sauce and tender chicken, making it an ideal dish for cozy family dinners or festive ga…

Ingredients

  • 400 g spaghetti
  • 200 g chicken breast diced
  • 150 g pancetta or guanciale diced
  • 3 large eggs
  • 100 g grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente.
  • In a large skillet, cook the pancetta over medium heat until crispy.
  • Add diced chicken to the skillet, cooking until golden and cooked through.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Pecorino Romano, and a generous amount of black pepper.
  • Once spaghetti is cooked, drain and immediately add to the skillet with pancetta and chicken.
  • Remove the skillet from heat, then quickly pour in the egg and cheese mixture, tossing to combine.
  • Add reserved pasta water as needed to adjust the sauce's consistency, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Pecorino Romano if desired.