High Protein Buldak Carbonara

Spice up your pasta night with this High Protein Buldak Carbonara, a bold fusion of classic Italian comfort food and fiery Korean flavors! Tender chunks of chicken breast and crispy bacon are cooked to perfection, then coated in spicy buldak sauce for an irresistible kick. Combined with al dente spaghetti, creamy egg yolk-based carbonara sauce, and a hint of Parmesan, this dish achieves a decadent balance of heat and richness. Packed with protein and elevated with garlic, chili flakes, and fresh parsley, it’s the perfect meal for fitness enthusiasts and spice lovers alike. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving 4, this buldak carbonara is creamy, spicy, and utterly satisfying—a gourmet twist on your favorite weeknight pasta dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast
• 100 grams Sliced bacon or pancetta
• 50 ml Buldak sauce
• 300 grams Spaghetti or linguine
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 60 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 100 ml Heavy cream
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 10 grams Parsley
• 1 teaspoon Chili flakes

Directions

Step 1

Start by slicing the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large pan over medium heat, add the olive oil, and cook the chopped bacon until crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 3

In the same pan, add the chicken pieces and garlic. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Add the buldak sauce and stir until the chicken is well-coated and spicy. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream.

Step 6

Add the hot drained pasta back into the large pan off the heat. Quickly add the egg mixture, a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water, and stir vigorously to create a creamy sauce. The heat from the pasta will cook the eggs without scrambling them.

Step 7

Stir in the cooked bacon, chicken, and chopped parsley. Adjust using pasta water to reach the desired creamy consistency.

Step 8

Season with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes to taste.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1217.9 grams (1217.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2778

Total Fat 148.20g	190%
Saturated Fat 59.40g	297%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.80g
Cholesterol 1438mg	479%
Sodium 8224mg	358%
Total Carbohydrate 124.60g	45%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 16.20g
Protein 232.00g	464%

Vitamin D 73IU	366%
Calcium 888mg	68%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 2338mg	50%

*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: 48.3%

Protein: 33.6%

Carbs: 18.1%