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Creamy Chicken and Corn Pasta with Bacon Recipe

Creamy Chicken and Corn Pasta with Bacon Recipe
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5 from 22 reviews

This Creamy Chicken and Corn Pasta with Bacon is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, sweet corn, crispy bacon, and a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner!

Ingredients

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    Farfalle Pasta:

  • 10 oz farfalle (bow-tie pasta)

    • Parmesan Cheese:

  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

    • Chicken:

  • 1.5 lb chicken thighs (or breasts, skinless, boneless)

    • Seasonings:

  • 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

    • Olive Oil:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

    • Corn:

  • 2 cups corn kernels (cooked, from 4 corn ears)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

    • Heavy Cream:

  • 1 cup heavy cream

    • Bacon:

  • 8 strips bacon (cooked)

    • Herbs:

  • Fresh herbs (thyme, oregano, or marjoram for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions (typically 10-12 minutes). Drain when done.
  2. Shred cheese: Shred 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. If using pre-shredded cheese, let it warm up to room temperature.
  3. Cook chicken: Slice chicken into strips. Season with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet for 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
  4. Make creamy corn sauce: In the same skillet, cook corn kernels with olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  5. Assembly: Combine cooked pasta, chicken, corn sauce, bacon, and herbs. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Ensure the shredded cheese is at room temperature for easier melting.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste with salt, pepper, and herbs.

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Keywords: Creamy Chicken Corn Pasta, Chicken Bacon Pasta, Creamy Parmesan Sauce

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