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Keto Creamy Parmesan Chicken Carbonara

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This keto twist on a beloved Italian classic is rich, creamy, and irresistibly cheesy—with none of the carbs! I first made it when craving comfort food without the pasta, and it’s now a staple in my kitchen. With crispy bacon, tender chicken, and a luscious Parmesan sauce, it’s pure indulgence made guilt-free.

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into strips

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

4 slices bacon, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

¾ cup heavy cream

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

¼ tsp black pepper

2 egg yolks

Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

n a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

In the same skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Discard excess fat, leaving about 1 tbsp in the pan. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

Lower heat to medium. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.

Whisk egg yolks and slowly add a spoonful of hot sauce to temper. Then stir tempered yolks into the sauce.

Add chicken and bacon back to the pan. Stir well and heat through.

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