Carbonara Recipe: Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
Enjoy a creamy and savory carbonara with a twist, featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham for a healthier option without sacrificing flavor.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low-carb
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 4 ounces chicken ham
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet and chop into pieces.
- Add the chicken ham and garlic to the skillet and sauté until heated through.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper.
- Add the spaghetti to the skillet with the ham and garlic, then pour the egg mixture over the pasta, stirring quickly to create a creamy sauce.
- Mix in the turkey bacon and season with salt to taste.
- Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and ham and add more vegetables such as peas or spinach.
- Be sure to mix the egg mixture quickly with the pasta to avoid scrambling the eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Carbonara, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham, Pasta Recipe