Recipes Main Dishes Pasta Pasta Carbonara Recipes Four-Cheese Chicken Carbonara 4.7 (26) 20 Reviews 7 Photos I came up with this chicken carbonara penne recipe when I had to either cook up a 3-pound package of lean thick-cut bacon or throw it out (which was not going to happen). I happened to have everything else on hand anyway. I've had friends try this, and they loved it. I hope you do, too! Recipe by Marc Updated on March 22, 2023 Save Saved! View All Saved Items Rate Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Add Photo 7 7 7 7 Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings: 8 Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package thick-cut bacon 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta ⅓ cup olive oil ¼ cup butter 3 tablespoons minced garlic 3 teaspoons ground black pepper, divided 3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, sliced 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 cup grated Parmesan-Romano cheese blend 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese blend 3 eggs, beaten Directions Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Chop into small pieces when cool enough to handle. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and olive oil; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. While pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large, deep skillet over low heat. Add chopped bacon, garlic, and 1 teaspoon pepper; sauté until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Increase heat to medium, add chicken, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes. Add whipping cream, Parmesan-Romano cheese, and remaining 2 teaspoons pepper to the skillet. Stir and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Add Colby-Jack cheese and stir until melted. Stir in beaten eggs and bring to a simmer. Add drained pasta and stir until coated with sauce. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 808 Calories 56g Fat 44g Carbs 34g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 8 Calories 808 % Daily Value * Total Fat 56g 72% Saturated Fat 27g 135% Cholesterol 235mg 78% Sodium 736mg 32% Total Carbohydrate 44g 16% Dietary Fiber 2g 8% Total Sugars 2g Protein 34g Vitamin C 1mg 5% Calcium 181mg 14% Iron 3mg 16% Potassium 369mg 8% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved