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Chicken and Corn Pasta

Creamy Chicken and Corn Pasta – Family Dinner in 30 Minutes

Creamy Chicken and Corn Pasta combines juicy chicken, sweet corn, and crispy bacon for a family favorite dinner recipe in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Farfalle Pasta
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use canola or vegetable oil
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs/Breasts Can substitute with turkey or tofu
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Can use regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can substitute with individual herbs
Vegetables and Seasoning
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Can use fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Can omit or reduce
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 4 strips Bacon Can use turkey bacon or pancetta
  • to taste Fresh Herbs (Thyme, Oregano, or Marjoram) For garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions for about 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Shred the Parmesan cheese and set it aside at room temperature.
  3. Slice the chicken and season with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add corn and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Cook for about 3 minutes.
  5. Remove half of the corn mixture and set aside. Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir to create a creamy sauce.
  6. Add the drained pasta and cooked chicken back into the skillet, tossing for 2-3 minutes until everything is coated. Add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
  7. Garnish with reserved corn mixture and crispy bacon. Add fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can freeze in meal-sized portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

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