One-Pot Spaghetti Carbonara
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 large shallot or 1 small yellow onion
chopped, about 1/2 cup
- 1 can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup or Heart Healthy Cream of Chicken Soup or 98% Fat Free Cream of Chicken Soup
10.5 ounces
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese or Pecorino Romano cheese
- 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
- 1 cup frozen peas
thawed
Directions
- 1
Cook the bacon in a 6-quart saucepot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until the bacon is crisp
- 2
Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels
- 3
Pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings
- 4
Add the shallot to the drippings in the saucepot and cook and stir for 1 minute
- 5
Stir in the soup, broth andcheese and heat to a boil
- 6
Stir in the uncooked spaghetti
- 7
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 10 minutes or until the spaghetti is tender and the soup mixture is thickened, stirring occasionally
- 8
Stir in the peas
- 9
Crumble the bacon and add
- 10
Season to taste with salt and black pepper
- 11
Sprinkle with additional cheese just before serving, if desired
One-Pot Spaghetti Carbonara
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About this Recipe
Craving the rich, creamy comfort of carbonara without the fuss of tempering eggs? This one-pot version delivers all the indulgence you love in just 25 minutes with only 7 ingredients—perfect for busy weeknights when you want something special without the stress.
What makes this recipe work is the clever shortcut of using Campbell's® Cream of Chicken Soup to create that signature creamy sauce without the risk of scrambled eggs. You'll get consistently smooth, luscious results every time, while the bacon adds smoky depth and Parmesan brings that essential nutty, salty kick authentic carbonara demands. The one-pot method means less cleanup and perfectly coated pasta, since the spaghetti cooks directly in the flavorful sauce.
Expect a satisfying bowl of tender spaghetti enveloped in a velvety sauce with crispy bacon bits and sweet pops of green peas throughout. The shallots add a subtle sweetness that balances the richness, while the cheese creates little pockets of savory flavor. This isn't a traditional Italian carbonara—it's an Americanized comfort food version that prioritizes ease and consistency without sacrificing the creamy, bacon-forward experience that makes carbonara so crave-worthy.
Easy Customizations
Swap the bacon for pancetta if you want a more authentic Italian touch, or use turkey bacon for a lighter option. No shallot? A small yellow onion works perfectly. You can substitute Pecorino Romano for the Parmesan if you prefer a sharper, more pronounced cheese flavor. Feel free to skip the peas if you're a purist, or add sautéed mushrooms for extra earthiness. For a richer result, stir in an extra tablespoon of grated cheese just before serving.
This dish shines as a satisfying weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-special. Serve it straight from the pot for casual family meals, or plate it individually with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper for a quick date night at home. Pair with a simple green salad and garlic bread to round out the meal.