Best-Ever Chicken Carbonara Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
This Best-Ever Chicken Carbonara Recipe features a delicious twist with turkey bacon, making it a healthier option without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, cook the chicken breasts until golden and cooked through, then slice.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Combine spaghetti, turkey bacon, and chicken in the skillet.
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in the egg mixture until creamy.
- Serve hot, topped with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add a splash of cream.
- Ensure the heat is off when adding the egg mixture to prevent scrambling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 mg