Description
Succulent chicken nestles in a luxurious cream sauce with crispy bacon, creating a mouthwatering “creamy chicken delight” that promises comfort and flavor. Rich ingredients blend seamlessly, delivering a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680 grams)
- 6 slices bacon, diced
Dairy and Cream Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Transform chicken breasts into a flavor-packed canvas by generously coating with a blend of zesty seasonings, ensuring each surface is thoroughly seasoned.
- Render bacon pieces in a spacious skillet, allowing them to transform into crispy, golden morsels. Extract the bacon with a perforated utensil, preserving the rendered fat as a flavor foundation.
- Enhance the skillet with a touch of additional lubricant if needed. Introduce chicken breasts into the aromatic bacon-infused environment, searing each side to develop a rich, caramelized exterior while maintaining internal juiciness.
- Introduce aromatic companions – finely chopped onion and minced garlic – into the skillet, allowing them to soften and release their fragrant essence, creating a robust flavor base.
- Liberate the skillet’s concentrated flavors by deglazing with chicken broth, then weave in a luxurious sauce incorporating cream, nutty Parmesan, tangy Dijon, and herbaceous Italian seasoning. Allow the mixture to gently thicken and meld.
- Reunite the seared chicken and crispy bacon within the creamy sauce, allowing them to simmer harmoniously until the chicken reaches perfect doneness, ensuring each element is thoroughly heated and infused with flavor.
- Elevate the dish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, presenting this sumptuous creation atop a complementary foundation like pasta, rice, or creamy potatoes.
Notes
- Swap chicken with turkey or pork for a different protein experience that keeps the dish exciting and versatile.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream to reduce calories and add a tangy twist while maintaining creamy texture.
- Add mushrooms or spinach during sautéing for extra nutrition and a delightful flavor boost that elevates the entire meal.
- Choose gluten-free options like coconut aminos instead of Dijon mustard and serve over cauliflower rice for a low-carb adaptation that doesn’t compromise taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg