Easy Chicken Carbonara Recipe

Name: Easy Chicken Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb diced white meat chicken; 10 slices bacon (cut in small pieces); 2 -3 cloves of minced garlic; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 large red bell pepper, diced; 1 lb sliced mushrooms; 4 -5 tablespoons butter or 4 -5 tablespoons margarine; 2 -3 tablespoons liquid smoke; 2 jars of ragu creamy alfredo sauce; 1 box angel hair pasta; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb diced white meat chicken
10 slices bacon (cut in small pieces)
2 -3 cloves of minced garlic
1 medium onion, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 lb sliced mushrooms
4 -5 tablespoons butter or 4 -5 tablespoons margarine
2 -3 tablespoons liquid smoke
2 jars of ragu creamy alfredo sauce
1 box angel hair pasta
salt and pepper

1
Marinate chicken with minced garlic, salt, pepper and liquid smoke for about an hour or two in the fridge.
2
Melt 3 Tbs.
3
of butter in frying pan and add your marinated chicken and cook until done.
4
Set aside in a dish.
5
Melt 2 Tbs.
6
butter in the same frying pan and add in the onions and cook until halfway done.
7
Add in your mushrooms next and cook the liquid out of them.
8
When the mushrooms are halfway done add in your red bellpepper.
9
Set this mixture aside in a bowl.
10
Fry your bacon until done.
11
Drain on a paper towel.
12
Meanwhile, boil your noodles in salted water.
13
Remove the drippings from the pan but do not wipe it clean.
14
Pour both jars of the alfredo sauce and add a little water.
15
I normally add it to the jar and swish it around to get the rest of the sauce from the jar.
16
Once sauce starts to simmer pour all of your veggies from the bowl into the sauce and add in your chicken.
17
Stir well.
18
Let simmer for about 10- 15 minutes or until chicken is heated to desire temperature.
19
Drain your noodles and add your sauce together or pour your sauce on top of your noodles.
20
Whichever you prefer or is easier for you!
21
Enjoy!

1690

kcal

Calories

136

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb diced white meat chicken, 10 slices bacon (cut in small pieces), 2 -3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 medium onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Easy Chicken Carbonara falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Easy Chicken Carbonara

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Variations & substitutions

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