Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Creamy Chicken and Corn dish. Tender chicken and sweet corn are enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, creating a satisfying meal that is perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
Sauce:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet. Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, then add chicken and cook until browned. Add corn and cook briefly.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add Parmesan cheese, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.
- For extra flavor, consider adding crispy cooked bacon or sautéed mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
