Description

A rich and hearty pasta dish made with tender chicken, sweet corn, crispy bacon, and a luscious creamy sauce. This easy weeknight meal blends smoky spices and fresh herbs for a satisfying comfort food experience the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Pasta & Cheese:
- 10 oz farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Chicken:
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Corn:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups corn kernels (from about 4 ears of corn)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder

Other Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
- Fresh thyme, oregano, or marjoram (for garnish)

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Instructions

Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Season chicken with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and slice.
In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté corn with smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until warmed through.
Reduce heat and pour in heavy cream. Stir to combine.
Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken back into the skillet. Mix well to coat everything in the sauce.
Top with crumbled bacon and grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream if you prefer a lighter sauce.

Use frozen or canned corn if fresh is unavailable.

Add a dash of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American