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Creamy Chicken Carbonara

Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of this Creamy Chicken Carbonara recipe that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a luscious, cheesy sauce.

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts boneless skinless
  • 1 lbs spaghetti
  • 8 strips of bacon diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
  • 4 egg yolks
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pan, cook diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
  • Cook chicken breasts in the same pan for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove from the pan and let rest.
  • Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  • In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, parmesan cheese, pecorino romano cheese, and egg yolks to form the sauce.
  • Cut cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the pan. Pour the cream mixture over the chicken and stir to combine.
  • Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce. Stir in crispy bacon, and season with salt and pepper to taste.