Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara
Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara blends crispy bacon with tender chicken for a rich, meaty balance in every bite. A creamy egg and Parmesan sauce coats the bow-tie pasta, with hints of garlic, basil, and nutmeg for warmth. Serve this comforting pasta for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal with friends.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 6 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 40 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 19
- Heart Health
- 70
- Metabolic
- 35
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 30
- General Wellness
- 1
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned but not crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels, then move it to a bowl.
- 2
Add the onion to the drippings and sauté over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to sauté until the onion is tender, 3 to 4 minutes more. Pour in the wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the wine evaporates. Add this mixture to the bacon.
- 3
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 11 minutes.
- 4
Meanwhile, coat the chicken with just enough oil to moisten. Place it in the same skillet used for the bacon. Heat over medium heat and cook, sprinkling the chicken with 1/2 of the basil, a pinch of nutmeg, and pepper, until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Turn the chicken and season the other side the same way. Continue cooking until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes more. Stir the bacon mixture into the chicken and keep warm until the pasta is done.
- 5
Combine the eggs, cream, Parmesan cheese, and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg in a jar or shaker. Cover and shake until well combined.
- 6
Drain the pasta and place it in a bowl.
- 7
Pour the chicken mixture and all drippings into the pasta pot, off the heat. Add the pasta and toss well. All at once, pour in the egg mixture, tossing quickly and thoroughly to cook it without curdling. Serve hot.
- Calories 1001.78 kcal High 50%
- Protein 65.82 g Good Source 132%
- Carbohydrate 63.86 g 23%
- Total Fat 52.76 g High 68%
- Saturated Fat 22.75 g High 114%
- Trans Fat 0.04 g High --
- Cholesterol 322.22 mg High 107%
- Sodium 1643.86 mg High 71%
- Dietary Fiber 4.72 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 2.9 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 182.59 mg Moderate 14%
- Iron 4.64 mg Good Source 26%
- Potassium 470.27 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 39.15 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 1.12 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.65 mcg Low Source 3%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara is an Italian dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Diced Chicken Breast, and Dried Basil. Each serving provides about 1001.78 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara?
- It is an Italian recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Diced Chicken Breast, Dried Basil, Eggs. The full list of 14 is above.
- What goes well with Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara?
- About 50 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1001.78 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara healthy?
- Chicken and Bacon Farfalle Carbonara has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 1001.78 calories and 65.82 g of protein, or 132% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1643.86 mg (71% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 22.75 g (114% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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