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Chicken Pasta Carbonara with Mushrooms
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 8 oz of spaghetti
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup of sliced mushrooms
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup of heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook 8 oz of spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 4 slices of chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add the diced chicken breasts and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet if needed, then add 1 cup of sliced mushrooms and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Cook until the mushrooms are golden brown and the garlic is fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1/4 cup of heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked spaghetti, chicken, and bacon to the skillet with the mushrooms. Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta and toss everything together over low heat until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta evenly, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to scramble the eggs.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!
The history of Chicken Pasta Carbonara with added mushrooms is a delightful fusion of Italian and American culinary traditions. The classic Carbonara hails from Rome, Italy, where it was traditionally made with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and black pepper. The addition of chicken and mushrooms is a modern twist that adds depth and heartiness to the dish. Renowned chefs like Jamie Oliver and Giada De Laurentiis have popularized this variation, infusing it with their own unique flair. Today, this delectable dish can be savored in top Italian-American restaurants across the United States, with New York City and Chicago being notable hotspots. The key to a perfect Chicken Pasta Carbonara with mushrooms lies in achieving the ideal balance of creamy sauce, savory chicken, earthy mushrooms, and al dente pasta. For a vegetarian alternative, the chicken can be substituted with roasted vegetables or tofu for a delightful twist on this timeless recipe.
35 min
4
580 calories
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