Smoked chicken with prosciutto ham, red onion, peas, tomatoes, and penne pasta. Tossed in a rich parmesan cream.

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Cook the Pasta

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced red onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Sauté the Vegetables

Add chopped prosciutto and frozen peas to the skillet, cooking until the prosciutto is crispy and the peas are heated through, about 3-5 minutes.

Add Prosciutto and Peas

Stir in the smoked chicken and cherry tomatoes, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until heated.

Combine Ingredients

Reduce heat to low and add heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Prepare the Sauce

Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine all ingredients evenly with the sauce.

Mix with Pasta

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Serve

smoked chicken carbonara

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