By Erin Holmes
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Penne with Buttery Corn Mix-In
12 steps
Prep:10minCook:20min
Golden seared chicken, tender penne, and sweet buttery corn tossed in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce - creamy, cozy, and irresistibly satisfying. It's a one-skillet dinner with a hint of Southern sweetness!
Updated at: Wed, 06 Aug 2025 17:07:05 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
51
Low
Glycemic Load
39
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories852.5 kcal (43%)
Total Fat39.9 g (57%)
Carbs76.1 g (29%)
Sugars5.1 g (6%)
Protein46.7 g (93%)
Sodium490.3 mg (25%)
Fiber3.8 g (14%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

12 ozpenne pasta

1 lbboneless skinless chicken breast
cut into strips

1 cupsweet corn frozen
or canned, drained

Salt

black pepper

1 tspgarlic powder

1 Tbspolive oil

2 Tbspbutter
divided

4cloves garlic
minced

1 cupheavy cream

¾ cupgrated parmesan cheese

½ tspitalian seasoning

Fresh parsley
or chives, for garnish

red pepper flakes
Optional, or smoked paprika
Instructions
Step 1
Boil penne in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high.
Step 4
Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter.
Step 6
Add corn and sauté 2-3 minutes until slightly golden. Set aside with chicken.
Step 7
Melt remaining butter in the skillet. Sauté garlic for 1 minute.
Step 8
Stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Bring to a low simmer.
Step 9
Add Parmesan and stir until melted and smooth.
Step 10
Add penne, chicken, and corn to the sauce.
Step 11
Toss to coat and simmer 1-2 minutes until everything is hot and creamy.
Step 12
Garnish with fresh parsley or chives, and a pinch of paprika or red pepper flakes. Serve hot!
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