One-Pot Spaghetti Carbonara

4.34 from 3 votes

One-pot spaghetti carbonara is a creamy, bacon-rich pasta perfect for weeknight dinners. It combines eggs, Parmesan, and garlic in a one-pan method, using classic technique for a creamy sauce without added cream.

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Entrées

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: servings

Author: Lynne Webb

Ingredients

6 ounces thick-cut bacon cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium shallot finely chopped
2 cloves garlic very finely chopped
3 tablespoons dry white wine
3-1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth plus more if needed
10 ounces thin spaghetti
2 large eggs lightly beaten
1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crisp, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and drain off excess fat, leaving a thin layer in the pan.
Add the olive oil and shallot. Sauté until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Pour in the wine and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Add 3-1/2 cups of chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
While the broth heats, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan in a small bowl. Set aside.
Break the spaghetti in half and add it to the pan. Stir gently to separate. Cover briefly (about 2 minutes) just until the pasta softens enough to stir easily.
Uncover and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, 7 to 9 minutes. Add up to 1/4 cup additional broth if the mixture becomes too dry before the pasta is fully cooked.
Stir in the reserved bacon and remove the pan from direct heat.
Quickly add the egg and cheese mixture, tossing continuously with tongs to coat the pasta and create a smooth, creamy sauce (this prevents the eggs from scrambling).
Stir in the parsley, season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and serve immediately.

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