Creamy Parmesan Carbonara Chicken
This Creamy Parmesan Carbonara Chicken serves up 27g protein and 647 calories per serving, delivering the calorie density needed for muscle-building phases. Quick stovetop prep yields 4 servings, turning dinner into a 20-minute execution. It's built for lifters who need substantial calories without abandoning protein targets.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Flour, All-Purpose, White(30g)
- •Parmesan Cheese(45g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •1 pinch cracked pepper
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Unsalted Butter(10g)
- •Bacon, Center-Cut Pork(227g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Garlic(360g)
- •Half and half cream(120g)
- •Parmesan Cheese(120g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •Cornstarch(3g)
Instructions
- 1Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour and parmesan cheese. Dredge seasoned chicken in the flour mixture; shake off excess and set aside.
- 2Heat the oil and butter in a large non stick pan or well-seasoned cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until butter has melted and pan is hot. Fry the chicken until golden on each side, cooked through and no longer pink (about 4-5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of your chicken). Transfer onto a warm plate.
- 3Add the bacon strips to the pan and fry until crispy. Drain off some excess fat, keeping about 1 teaspoons worth in the pan. Add the onion and garlic and fry until onion is transparent (about 1 minute). Reduce heat to low heat, and add the half and half (or cream). Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer; season with a little salt and pepper to your taste. Add in the parmesan cheese, and allow the sauce to simmer until the parmesan cheese has melted slightly. (If the sauce is too runny for your liking, add the cornstarch/water mixture into the centre of the pan and mix through fast to combine into the sauce. It will begin to thicken immediately).
- 4Add the chicken back into the pan to serve.
- 5Serve with steamed vegetables (broccoli and/or cauliflower work best), over zucchini noodles, your favourite pasta, or rice.
Nutrition — Per Serving
647
calories
27g
protein
43g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 43g
- Saturated fat
- 16.4g
- Sodium
- 1244 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.1g
4 servings per batch · ~233g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Creamy Parmesan Carbonara Chicken have per serving?
Each serving has 27g of protein and 647 calories, with 43g fat and 43g carbs. This is a calorie-dense option that leans heavily into fat and carbs, so it works better for surplus phases.
How long does Creamy Parmesan Carbonara Chicken take to make?
This recipe is labeled quick prep and comes together on the stovetop for 4 servings at once. You'll have a full batch of dinners ready in one cooking session.
Is Creamy Parmesan Carbonara Chicken good for muscle gain?
At 647 calories and 43g carbs per serving, this recipe is better suited for a muscle-building surplus where you need extra calories and carbs to fuel training and recovery. The protein-to-calorie ratio is lower than other options, so pair it with leaner sides if you're in a deficit.
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