Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon & Mushrooms
A comfort food classic featuring juicy chicken smothered in creamy spinach, crispy bacon, and tender mushrooms, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Provides a lean protein base.
- 2 cups creamed spinach Adds a rich, velvety texture.
- 4 strips bacon Replace with turkey bacon or beef bacon for a different flavor.
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced Adds flavor and earthiness.
- 1 pieces onion, diced Enhances sweetness and depth.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Makes everything better.
- 1 cup heavy cream For creamy deliciousness.
- to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning.
- to taste Olive oil for cooking Helps brown ingredients.
- as needed Pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for serving The ultimate base for the dish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add bacon to the skillet and cook until crispy, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until tender.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until soft, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then brown them on both sides in the skillet.
- Stir in creamed spinach and heavy cream, mixing until combined.
- Crumble crispy bacon and fold it back into the mixture.
- Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
For best results, use good-quality chicken and avoid low-fat cream versions. Also, consider ingredient substitutions for different flavor profiles.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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