Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach Bacon And Mushrooms

August 19, 2025 by admin

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### 👩‍🍳 How to Make It

**1. Season & Sear the Chicken**
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter and sear chicken over medium heat until golden and cooked through (about 6–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness). Remove and set aside.

**2. Cook the Bacon**
In the same skillet, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving a bit of the drippings in the pan.

**3. Sauté the Mushrooms & Garlic**
Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until browned. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

**4. Add the Spinach**
Toss in the spinach and cook until wilted. If using frozen spinach, make sure it’s thawed and well-drained before adding.

**5. Make the Cream Sauce**
Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir in Parmesan cheese and simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened slightly. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.

**6. Bring It All Together**
Return the chicken and bacon to the pan. Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and let everything simmer for a few more minutes until heated through and well combined.

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### 🍽️ Serving Suggestions

This dish is rich and satisfying on its own, but pairs beautifully with:

* Garlic mashed cauliflower (for low-carb lovers)
* Steamed broccoli or roasted asparagus
* A side of rice or buttery mashed potatoes
* Crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce

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### 💬 What People Are Saying

> “I could eat this every week — it’s creamy, smoky, and full of flavor!”
> “My picky eaters had seconds. That never happens.”
> “It’s like a restaurant-quality meal made right at home.”

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### 🧡 Final Thoughts

**Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms** is the kind of recipe that turns a simple dinner into a moment of pure comfort and indulgence. It’s easy, it’s impressive, and it’s bound to become a family favorite.

Whether you’re serving it on a chilly night or just craving something rich and satisfying, this one-pan dish checks all the boxes.

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