One Pan Creamy Bacon Chicken Recipe
One Pan Creamy Bacon Chicken is a rich and savory dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with crispy bacon in a luscious cream sauce. This quick, one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights, combining simple ingredients into a comforting dinner that's sure to please.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: One-Pan, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Bacon
- Heavy cream
- Garlic
- Chicken broth
- Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce thickens.
- Return chicken and bacon to the skillet, simmer in the sauce until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or a side of vegetables for a complete meal.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- You can add spinach or mushrooms to the sauce for extra flavor and nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 820mg