Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Chicken Carbonara Skillet, a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. This one-pan recipe combines tender chicken and al dente pasta tossed in a rich, creamy sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. With its quick preparation time and minimal cleanup, this meal is not only satisfying but also effortlessly enjoyable. Elevate your dining experience with a splash of lemon zest and serve it alongside a fresh salad or crusty garlic bread for a memorable feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 small onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- 1. Cook pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add fettuccine or spaghetti, cooking until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water before draining.
- 2. Sauté chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season sliced chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- 3. Prepare sauce: Add minced garlic and diced onion to the skillet with the chicken; sauté until onions are translucent (about 2-3 minutes). Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and melted cream cheese.
- 4. Combine: In a bowl, whisk eggs, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Quickly mix cooked pasta into the skillet with the chicken mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess. Off heat, stir in egg mixture to combine without scrambling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 210mg