Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Turkey Bacon Chicken, a delightful dish that transforms a busy weeknight dinner into a luxurious experience. This recipe features tender chicken breasts seared to perfection and enveloped in a creamy sauce infused with crispy turkey bacon. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an effortless yet impressive meal for both family gatherings and entertaining guests. Serve it over pasta or rice, and watch everyone at the table savor every bite. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this dish is sure to become a weeknight favorite.
Ingredients
- 6 strips Turkey Bacon
- 2 large chicken breasts
- Flour (for dredging)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
Instructions
- Cut turkey bacon into pieces and fry in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy (about 10 minutes). Transfer to paper towels, leaving some fat in the pan.
- Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create cutlets. Season with garlic powder and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour.
- Sear chicken cutlets in the skillet with remaining bacon fat for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add chicken broth, lemon juice, and butter; let bubble for about 3–4 minutes to reduce by half.
- Stir in heavy cream and return chicken and bacon to the skillet. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 320g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating vegetables like spinach or mushrooms during cooking. If you prefer regular bacon over turkey bacon, feel free to substitute it while being mindful of increased fat content.