Description
A comforting pasta dish with tender chicken seasoned with smoky spices, sweet corn, and a rich, creamy sauce topped with crispy bacon and fresh herbs. This farfalle pasta bowl is perfect for cozy dinners that impress with simple, bold flavors.
Ingredients
Pasta & Cheese
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10 oz farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
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½ cup Parmesan cheese
Chicken
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1.5 lb chicken thighs or breasts (skinless, boneless)
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1.5 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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¼ tsp salt
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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2 Tbsp olive oil
Corn
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1 Tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 cups cooked corn kernels (about 4 ears of corn)
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp chili powder
Other
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1 cup heavy cream
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8 strips cooked bacon, chopped
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Fresh herbs (thyme, oregano, or marjoram) for garnish
Instructions
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Cook pasta
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Cook farfalle according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Prepare chicken
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Season chicken with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove and slice.
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Cook corn
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In the same skillet, heat olive oil. Add cooked corn kernels, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.
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Make creamy sauce
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Lower heat and add heavy cream to the skillet with corn. Simmer gently to thicken slightly.
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Combine
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Add pasta, sliced chicken, and half the Parmesan cheese to the sauce. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
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Serve
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Plate the pasta and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan, chopped cooked bacon, and fresh herbs.
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Notes
Chicken choice: Thighs offer juicier, richer flavor; breasts make a leaner dish.
Corn: Fresh corn is best, but frozen can substitute.
Spice level: Adjust chili powder for milder or spicier taste.
Herbs: Fresh thyme or oregano complement smoky paprika well.
Make-ahead: Cook chicken and bacon ahead to save time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Pasta
- Method: Sauté · Boil
- Cuisine: American / Fusion
Keywords: creamy pasta, chicken pasta, smoked paprika, corn pasta, bacon pasta