First Step: PREPARE THE CHICKEN

1. Season the Chicken: Start by seasoning your chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano. This will infuse the chicken with flavor and ensure it complements the creamy carbonara sauce.
2. Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
3. Slice the Chicken: Once the chicken has cooled slightly, slice it into thin strips or bite-sized pieces. Set aside while you prepare the pasta and sauce.

Second Step: COOK THE PASTA

1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti (or your choice of pasta) and cook according to the package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
2. Reserve Pasta Water: Before draining the pasta, be sure to reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. This starchy water will help create the silky, creamy carbonara sauce. Drain the pasta and set it aside.

Third Step: MAKE THE CARBONARA SAUCE

1. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet you used to cook the chicken, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
2. Whisk Eggs and Cheese: While the garlic is sautéing, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, Pecorino Romano cheese, and a generous amount of freshly cracked black pepper in a bowl. The cheese will melt into the eggs, creating a creamy base for your sauce.
3. Add Pasta Water: Slowly pour in 1 cup of reserved pasta water to the skillet with the garlic, stirring to combine. This will help loosen up the sauce and incorporate the flavors together.
4. Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the garlic-infused pasta water. Remove the skillet from the heat to prevent the eggs from scrambling when added. Immediately pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing quickly to coat the pasta evenly in the creamy sauce. The heat from the pasta will cook the eggs gently, creating a silky, smooth sauce.
5. Add the Chicken: Add the sliced chicken to the pasta and toss everything together. The chicken should warm through in the sauce, adding protein and flavor.

Fourth Step: FINISH AND SERVE

1. Season to Taste: Taste the pasta and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed. For extra creaminess, you can add more grated cheese if desired.
2. Serve: Divide the Chicken Carbonara among plates or bowls. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, extra grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano, and more freshly cracked black pepper.
3. Enjoy: Serve immediately while hot for a comforting, satisfying meal.