Description
Lazy Day Chicken Carbonara Skillet is your go-to recipe for a quick, comforting dinner that brings the warmth of home-cooked meals right to your table. This one-pan dish harmoniously combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich creamy sauce with Parmesan cheese, making it an irresistible option for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that’s as simple to make as it is delicious. Plus, this recipe allows for easy customization—add sautéed mushrooms or fresh herbs to cater to your taste preferences. Dive into this culinary adventure and indulge in the cozy flavors of this delightful carbonara skillet!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, chopped
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the chopped cooked chicken to the skillet and stir for about 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the drained pasta into the skillet with chicken and garlic. Lower heat and pour in the cream mixture while stirring quickly until coated evenly (2-3 minutes). Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Serve immediately with parsley garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 160mg