Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms: A Delightful Dinner Adventure!
Imagine this: a juicy, tender chicken breast enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce, accompanied by vibrant green spinach and earthy mushrooms. Sounds irresistible, right? Well, that’s exactly what Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms brings to your dinner table! This dish is not only packed with flavor but also simple enough for a weeknight meal, yet fancy enough to impress guests.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 4 strips of bacon chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Once done, remove it from the skillet and set aside, leaving the drippings for flavor.
- Sear the Chicken: In the same skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil if needed. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook them over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they are fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Mushrooms and Spinach: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté them until softened, around 3-4 minutes. Add the spinach and cook until it wilts.
- Prepare the Cream Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well. Add in garlic and onion powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Combine the Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it generously with the creamy spinach and mushroom sauce. Top with the crispy bacon you previously set aside.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once everything is heated through, serve immediately. Enjoy the layers of flavor in each bite!