Description
Creamy Chicken and Corn Pasta with Bacon is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights. This rich and velvety dish features tender chicken, sweet corn, and crispy bacon enveloped in a luscious cream sauce. Quick to prepare and full of flavor, it’s ideal for busy weeknight dinners or family gatherings. With its delightful combination of ingredients, this pasta dish is sure to become a favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (off the cob)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving drippings in the pan.
- Season diced chicken with salt and pepper; cook in the same skillet until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add minced garlic and corn to the skillet; sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and Italian seasoning; bring to a gentle simmer while scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
- Toss cooked pasta into the mixture along with sautéed chicken until well coated in sauce.
- Crumble bacon back into the pan; gently toss before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with shrimp or add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.