Garlic Butter Corn Chicken (Printable Recipe)
One-skillet garlic butter chicken with corn, bacon, and herbs for an easy summer dinner.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme
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Kosher salt to taste
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Ground black pepper to taste
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0.25 cup all-purpose flour
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4 slices thick cut bacon chopped
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1 small yellow onion chopped
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 ears corn kernels removed
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2 cloves garlic minced or grated
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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0.75 cup dry white wine such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
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0.5 cup heavy cream or full fat coconut milk or whole milk
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0.5 cup grated parmesan or Asiago cheese
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Fresh basil chopped for garnish
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour. In the same skillet, add olive oil and sear the chicken until golden on both sides, about 3 to 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add butter, onion, corn, garlic, red pepper flakes, and thyme. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until corn is golden and fragrant.
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Pour in white wine, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer until cooked through, about 10 to 12 minutes.
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Reduce heat and stir in cream and parmesan. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes until sauce is thickened slightly.
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Garnish with bacon and fresh basil before serving hot.
# Extra Tips:
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Use a mix of cream and cheese for a richer sauce or coconut milk for a dairy-free variation.
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Fresh corn gives the best flavor, but frozen corn works in a pinch.