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Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms

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A creamy, one-pan dish featuring tender chicken breasts, crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, and fresh spinach. This flavorful meal is perfect for weeknight dinners and can be served over pasta, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread for soaking up the rich sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Comfort Food, Dinner, Family-Style, Main Course, One-Pan Meal
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 491 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 strips bacon cut into small pieces
  • 2 large chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • black pepper to taste
  • all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup heavy cream or whipping cream
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach loosely packed

Instructions
 

  • Cook bacon pieces in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving about 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.
  • Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner pieces. Season with garlic powder and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour.
  • In the skillet with the bacon fat, cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and the thickest piece reaches 165°F. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • If the skillet is dry, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté mushrooms for 6-8 minutes until browned and the water has evaporated. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Add chicken broth and balsamic vinegar to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Let simmer until reduced by half, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in heavy cream and let it cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.
  • Return chicken, bacon, and mushrooms to the skillet. Let them simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in fresh spinach, lifting the chicken to help it wilt evenly.
  • Serve the creamy chicken with your choice of pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Notes

For a richer flavor, substitute chicken breasts with boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Add sun-dried tomatoes or a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra depth and heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 491kcalCarbohydrates: 7.3gProtein: 27.8gFat: 33.5gSaturated Fat: 16.5gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 163mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 2.9g

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Keyword bacon, creamed spinach, mushrooms, one-pan dinner, smothered chicken