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Creamy Chicken & Corn Skillet

Some foods just belong together—like peanut butter and jelly or French fries and ketchup—and that goes double for corn and bacon.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, corn, creamy, summer
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 oz. bacon chopped into small pieces
  • 2 ears corn husked, kernels removed (about 2 c.), divided
  • 1 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2), halved lengthwise
  • 1 1/4 tsp. ground coriander
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 3/4 tsp. kosher salt divided
  • 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 shallot chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1/2 c. dry white wine
  • 1/2 c. heavy cream
  • 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 oz. mascarpone cheese
  • 1 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro or basil
  • Lime wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large, cold skillet, arrange bacon in a single layer. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until some fat starts to render, 6 to 7 minutes. Add half of corn to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until corn starts to brown and bacon is crisp, about 10 minutes more. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate or bowl.
  • Season chicken all over with coriander, paprika, pepper, and 1 1/4 teaspoons salt. In same skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to another plate.
  • In same skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add shallot and remaining corn and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until shallot is slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add wine and scrape browned bits from bottom of pan. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until wine is almost completely evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cream, broth, and mascarpone. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Return chicken and any accumulated juices to pan. Top with bacon mixture and cilantro. Squeeze a lime wedge over before serving.

Notes

image and recipe from https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a44189031/creamy-chicken-and-corn-skillet-recipe/