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A cast-iron skillet filled with creamy roasted corn, topped with golden seared chicken breasts and crispy chopped bacon bits garnished with fresh parsley.

Chicken and Bacon Creamed Corn

This chicken and bacon creamed corn is rich, savory, and comforting, combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and sweet corn in a creamy sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast diced
  • 4 slices beef or turkey bacon chopped
  • 3 cups sweet corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cooking cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. Melt the butter in the same skillet and sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the diced chicken and cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Add the corn, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
  7. Pour in the cream and milk, stirring gently to combine.
  8. Reduce heat and simmer for 8–10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  9. Stir in the crispy bacon and cook for 1–2 more minutes.
  10. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

Serve this dish over rice, mashed potatoes, or alongside crusty bread for a complete comfort meal.