Barilla® Whole Grain Spaghetti with Chicken Carbonara
Barilla® Whole Grain Spaghetti with Chicken Carbonara
20 minutes total / Calories 400
- Chicken
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Long
- Protein
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
- Whole Grain
Try this delicious take on the traditional carbonara recipe by using whole grain pasta, sautéed chicken, and peppers.
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Ingredients
Serves 8
1 | Box Barilla® Whole Grain Spaghetti |
1 | Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil |
3/4 | Pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut in small pieces |
1 | Sprig rosemary |
1 | Cup red bell pepper, diced |
5 | Egg yolks |
1 | Cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated |
To taste | Salt and fresh ground black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to boil.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and cook the chicken thoroughly with rosemary and red pepper.
Step 3
Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup of cooking water.
Step 4
In a bowl, mix egg yolks, 1/3 of the cheese, and two spoons of boiling water (this can be taken from the pasta water). Season with salt. Set aside. Remove rosemary sprig from the chicken.
Step 5
Combine the cooked pasta in the pan with the chicken. Remove from heat. Add the egg yolk mixture. Combine well and garnish with remaining cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Whole Grain Spaghetti
Made with one simple ingredient, whole grain durum wheat flour, Barilla® Whole Grain Spaghetti is an excellent source of fiber. This pasta is ideal for anyone seeking to increase their intake of fiber and whole grains without sacrificing taste.
Barilla Whole Grain pasta is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.
- Shape Spaghetti
- Cook time 7–8 mins
- Pack size 16 oz.
- Range Whole Grain Pasta