Chicken Corn Pasta with Bacon
This Chicken Corn Pasta with Bacon is a comforting, flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, crispy bacon, sweet corn, and pasta in one satisfying meal. Quick to prepare and endlessly adaptable, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 200 g pasta any type
- 150 g chicken breast diced
- 100 g corn canned or frozen
- 100 g bacon chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a little pasta water and drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Stir in the corn and cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
- Stir in the crispy bacon, adjust seasoning, and serve hot topped with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
This dish is very versatile. You can add cream for a richer sauce, chili flakes for heat, or extra vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. Great for leftovers and meal prep.