Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, Mushrooms
Treat yourself to a restaurant-worthy meal at home with this Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms recipe. The combination of succulent chicken, velvety creamed spinach, crispy bacon, and savory mushrooms creates an explosion of flavors in every bite. This indulgent dish is perfect for special occasions or when you’re craving a decadent and comforting dinner.
Ingredients:
Delight your taste buds with this luxurious Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms recipe. Here are the ingredients in a table sheet format:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts | 4 pieces |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Black Pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Garlic Powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Onion Powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Paprika | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Butter | 2 tablespoons |
| Olive Oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Bacon | 6 slices |
| Button Mushrooms | 8 ounces, sliced |
| Shallot | 1 medium, finely chopped |
| Fresh Spinach | 8 ounces |
| Heavy Cream | 1 cup |
| Chicken Broth | 1/2 cup |
| Grated Parmesan Cheese | 1/4 cup |
| Nutmeg | 1/4 teaspoon |
Instructions:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Make sure to coat both sides of the chicken evenly with the seasoning.
- In a large skillet or frying pan, melt the butter together with the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook them for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked and have a golden-brown crust. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Once the bacon is done, remove it from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Crumble the bacon and set it aside.
- In the same skillet with the remaining bacon fat, add the sliced mushrooms and chopped shallot. Cook them until the mushrooms are tender and the shallots are translucent.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook it until it wilts.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and nutmeg. Continue to cook the mixture until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them with the creamy spinach, bacon, and mushroom sauce.
- Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for a few minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top before serving.
