Buldak Carbonara

Indulge in the bold, spicy flavors of **Buldak Carbonara**, a fiery twist on the classic creamy pasta dish that combines the heat of Korean buldak sauce with the velvety richness of carbonara. Tender, bite-sized pieces of juicy boneless chicken thighs are infused with the smoky-spicy depth of buldak sauce, then tossed with perfectly al dente spaghetti coated in a lush mixture of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and egg yolks. The garlic and green onion add a fresh burst of flavor, while a whisper of black pepper ties everything together. This fusion masterpiece delivers punchy heat balanced with creamy decadence, making it a perfect comfort food for spice enthusiasts. Ready in under an hour, this dish is ideal for a weeknight dinner or a show-stopping centerpiece for your next dinner party.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Boneless chicken thighs
• 100 ml Buldak sauce
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 250 grams Spaghetti
• 3 units Egg yolks
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 stalks Green onions

Directions

Step 1

Start by dicing the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the green onions, separating the whites from the greens.

Step 3

In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and the buldak sauce to the chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly, then cover the pan and let it simmer for 5 more minutes.

Step 5

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the spaghetti according to package instructions, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.

Step 6

In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg yolks, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 7

Add the spaghetti to the pan with the chicken, along with the butter, and toss to incorporate the flavors.

Step 8

Slowly pour the cream mixture over the chicken and pasta, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling. Add a bit of the reserved pasta water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency.

Step 9

Continue to cook gently for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is thickened and coats the pasta beautifully.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped green onion tops and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1291.8 grams (1291.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3031

Total Fat 206.90g	265%
Saturated Fat 97.60g	488%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 1009mg	336%
Sodium 4915mg	214%
Total Carbohydrate 133.30g	48%
Dietary Fiber 5.80g	21%
Total Sugars 29.80g
Protein 154.00g	308%

Vitamin D 18IU	92%
Calcium 1058mg	81%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 1271mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.8%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 17.7%