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Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms

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This Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts can substitute with pork or tofu
For the Creamed Spinach
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach can use frozen spinach if fresh isn't available
  • 0.5 cups Cream or cream cheese for richness
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic fresh recommended
  • 1 medium Onion can be replaced with shallots
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or Olive Oil for sautéing
For Flavor and Toppings
  • 4 slices Bacon can use turkey bacon
  • 1 cup Mushrooms e.g., cremini, can substitute with shiitake
  • 1 cup Pepper Jack Cheese can substitute with regular Jack or mozzarella

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat butter or olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
    Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms
  2. In the same skillet, add chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Add cream and cook until thickened.
    Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a greased baking dish, layer cooked chicken, creamy spinach mixture, crumbled bacon, and top with Pepper Jack cheese.
    Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving.
    Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms
  5. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
    Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a lighter version, consider using Greek yogurt instead of cream in the creamed spinach.

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