Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Turkey Bacon, and Mushrooms: A Comforting Delight
A creamy and delicious dish featuring tender chicken smothered in rich creamed spinach, complemented by turkey bacon and mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, sauté the mushrooms until golden, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Add heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in the skillet until golden on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish, pour the cream mixture over, and sprinkle crumbled bacon on top.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use chicken breasts without skin.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Smothered Chicken, Creamed Spinach, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food