Creamy Garlic Chicken and Turkey Bacon: The Best Comfort Dish
A rich and comforting dish made with tender chicken, savory garlic, and crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the grease in the pan.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Return the crispy bacon to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
- Serve over pasta or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner