Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 pound spaghetti
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and cook them in a skillet with olive oil until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions in salted boiling water.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together the Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, heavy cream, and eggs.
5. Drain the spaghetti and add it to the large bowl with the cheese mixture. Toss to combine.
6. Add the chicken and shrimp to the bowl and toss again to combine.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley and basil. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 650 per serving
• Fat: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Protein: 40 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Rich and satisfying
• Perfect for a special occasion or weeknight dinner

User Comments:

• "This dish is absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors is perfect."
• "I love the addition of chicken and shrimp to the traditional Carbonara recipe."
• "This dish is easy to make and always a hit with my family."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the pasta.
• If you don't have large shrimp, you can use medium or small shrimp. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as spinach, mushrooms, or peppers.