30-Minute Creamy Chicken and Corn Pasta with Bacon Bliss
A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken, sweet corn, and crispy bacon in a creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and cook chicken until no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add garlic and corn to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked pasta and bacon to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen corn for best results.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream if preferred.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg