Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our four cheese chicken carbonara recipe. This creamy and savory dish combines tender chicken, crisp bacon, and a blend of four cheeses to create a flavorful pasta that will satisfy all your cravings. With a touch of garlic and a sprinkle of parsley, this carbonara is sure to become a favorite in your household. Best of all, it's quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan, mozzarella, fontina, and Gorgonzola cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Return the cooked pasta, bacon, and chicken to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated in the cheese sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve the four cheese chicken carbonara hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Interesting Facts
Carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish hailing from Rome.
The traditional carbonara sauce is made with eggs, cheese, and pancetta or guanciale.
In this recipe, we've added four different cheeses for an extra burst of flavor.