Classic Bacon Carbonara Pasta with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A delicious twist on the classic carbonara, using turkey bacon and chicken ham for a lighter yet flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 4 ounces chicken ham
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and chicken ham, cooking until heated through.
- In a bowl, mix eggs and Parmesan cheese together.
- Add the hot spaghetti to the skillet and quickly stir in the egg mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
- Stir in turkey bacon, salt, pepper, and parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider using a mix of regular bacon and turkey bacon.
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Classic Bacon Carbonara Pasta, Bacon Carbonara, Turkey Bacon Pasta, Chicken Ham Pasta