Description
Creamy One-Pan Chicken Carbonara is a comforting dish that brings rich flavors to your dinner table with minimal effort. This delightful recipe features tender chicken in a luscious creamy sauce, all cooked in just one pan for easy cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish combines the satisfying taste of Parmesan cheese and garlic with the option to customize it by adding your favorite vegetables. Enjoy a fulfilling meal that pleases even the pickiest eaters while spending more time savoring the food and less on dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Lower the heat and pour in heavy cream. Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Mix well to coat the chicken in the creamy sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 150mg