A delicious and creamy carbonara that’s quick and easy to make. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 8 rashers of bacon, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 250g pasta
- 200ml double cream
- 50g Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper
Method
- In a large pan, cook the chicken and bacon over a medium heat until cooked through.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook for a few more minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water according to the package directions.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the pan with the chicken and bacon.
- Stir in the cream and Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately.
Potential changes & improvements
There are many ways you could change up this carbonara. Try adding some mushrooms, peas, or spinach. You could also use a different type of pasta, such as fettuccine or rigatoni. If you’re feeling adventurous, you could even try making your own pasta!
What other food it works well with
This carbonara goes great with a simple green salad and some crusty bread.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake people make when making carbonara is to add the cream to the pan before the pasta is cooked. This can cause the pasta to become overcooked and mushy. Another mistake is to use too much cream, which can make the carbonara too rich and heavy. Finally, be sure to add the Parmesan cheese while the carbonara is still hot, as this will help it to melt and create a creamy sauce.
Nutritional Information
This carbonara is high in protein and fat. It is also relatively high in carbohydrates. Each serving contains approximately 585 calories.
Allergens
This recipe contains chicken, bacon, cream, and Parmesan cheese. It does not contain any known allergens.