The Ultimate Creamy Chicken Carbonara

Marie's Note:

This is so creamy and a super way to use leftover chicken.

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 2

• 1/2 lb spaghetti
• 8 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 cups cut up cooked chicken
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup whipping cream (heavy)

Directions:

1. Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package.
2. While spaghetti is cooking, cook bacon in a a skillet, stirring frequently, until crisp.
3. Remove bacon from pan with slotted spoon and drain.
4. Drain fat from skillet, reserving 1 tablespoon in the pan.
5. Cook onion and garlic in bacon fat over medium heat about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is tender.
6. Stir in spaghetti, chicken, cheese and whipping cream.
7. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
8. Toss with bacon.

Reviews

[MsTasha]

Agreed bit dry. Next time I will use more cream. I added another 1/4 cup and still dry. I also added frozen peas and let them cook before mixing everything together. I used less chicken too, two cups seemed a bit much for my family. Great recipe to start off with. Thanks for sharing!

[alien-cat]

Hi Marie!!!I loved your recipe it was so rich and creamy I modified your recipe by substituting the heavy whipping cream for low fat evaporated milk and adding bits of spinach and potatoes and using bacon for a healthier dish I added quite a bit of salt and voila!!!!

[SixFeetOverGround]

I made this dish tonight, and it was really good--with just a few variations. I used chopped green onion instead of regular onion, and used a cup of half-and-half and a cup of milk as someone suggested. I also seasoned it quite a bit, as it came out a wee bit bland. I used Italian Blend Ms. Dash, Lawry's, chicken broth (which I let simmer) and right at the end, I added just a tablespoon or so of Au Jus flavored Better Than Buillion and mixed that in. It was great! My family really enjoyed it and I know this dish will become a regular.