Light Chicken And Asparagus Carbonara Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, dreamy Light Chicken & Asparagus Carbonara—a surprisingly light yet decadent dish that's ready in under an hour! Inspired by a Cooking Light Magazine recipe, this easy weeknight dinner features tender chicken, crisp asparagus, and a rich, flavorful sauce that will have you hooked. Serve with crusty bread and a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Get ready to fall in love!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 365.1 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 1.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Light Chicken And Asparagus Carbonara

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How to Make Light Chicken And Asparagus Carbonara

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add 1 pound asparagus, trimmed, to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Gradually whisk the egg mixture into the chicken and asparagus. Add reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, until desired creaminess is reached.
  6. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Serve immediately with crusty bread and a green salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

18g

Carbs

11g

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