Description
Chicken and Corn Pasta is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, sweet corn, and al dente fusilli coated in a creamy sauce. This comforting dish transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Experience the warmth and satisfaction of this easy-to-make dish that can be tailored to your tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic.
- Boil salted water in a pot, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chicken until golden brown (6-7 minutes), seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Stir in garlic and corn; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and soy sauce, mixing well while scraping brown bits from the skillet. If the sauce is thick, add reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce until fully coated. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg