– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 6 slices of bacon, chopped
– 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Olive oil (for cooking)
Creating Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2. Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
3. Sauté the Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant.
4. Add Mushrooms: Toss in the sliced mushrooms and cook until tender.
5. Brown the Chicken: Increase the heat to medium-high and add a drizzle of olive oil. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-6 minutes per side.
6. Combine Ingredients: Once the chicken is browned, stir in the bacon, chopped spinach, and chicken broth, mixing well.
7. Simmer: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary with additional salt and pepper.
9. Serve: Once ready, serve the Smothered Chicken with creamy sauce spooned generously over each breast.