This Creamy Bacon Chicken is a rich and flavorful dish that combines crispy bacon, tender chicken, and a luscious cream sauce. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients:
Ingredient
Quantity
Bacon
6 strips
Chicken breasts
2 large
Flour
For dredging
Garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon
Pepper
To taste
Chicken broth
1/2 cup
Lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon
Butter
1 tablespoon
Heavy cream
1 cup
Instructions:
- Cook Bacon: Cut bacon into small pieces. Cook in a large skillet until crispy. Remove bacon, leaving grease in pan.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Season with garlic powder and pepper. Dredge in flour. Cook chicken in bacon grease until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken.
- Make Sauce: Add chicken broth and lemon juice to skillet, scraping up browned bits. Reduce liquid by half. Stir in butter.
- Add Cream: Reduce heat. Pour in heavy cream, stirring until smooth and creamy. Return bacon to skillet.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken to skillet, coating with sauce. Simmer until heated through. Serve hot, garnished as desired.
