One-pot creamy chicken and mushroom carbonara

One-Pot Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Carbonara
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups mixed mushrooms (such as button, cremini, and shiitake), sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken: Cook the chicken until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.
- Cook the mushrooms: Cook the mushrooms until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
- Add the onion and garlic: Cook the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth and cream: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the spaghetti: Add the spaghetti to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the spaghetti is al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Return the chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Create the carbonara sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Temper the egg mixture by slowly pouring the warm pasta water into the eggs, whisking constantly.
- Combine the sauce and pasta: Pour the egg mixture over the pasta and chicken. Stir until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
- Season and serve: Season with salt, pepper, and chopped parsley (if using). Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (approximate)
Per serving (assuming 4 servings):
- Calories: 500-600
- Fat: 25-30g
- Saturated fat: 10-12g
- Cholesterol: 150-200mg
- Sodium: 400-500mg
- Carbohydrates: 40-50g
- Fiber: 4-6g
- Sugar: 5-7g
- Protein: 35-40g
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