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Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms

Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach: Comfort in Every Bite

Enjoy Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms—gluten-free and low-carb comfort in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts Substitute with pork or tofu if desired.
For the Creamed Spinach
  • 4 cups Fresh spinach Frozen spinach is a viable option; thaw and squeeze out excess water.
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Consider using Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative.
For the Bacon and Mushrooms
  • 6 slices Bacon Substitute with turkey bacon or vegetarian options.
  • 8 oz Mushrooms Button or cremini mushrooms work best.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Pepper Jack cheese Use cheddar or mozzarella for a milder flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and let drain on paper towels.
  3. In the reserved fat, sauté garlic and mushrooms until tender and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat, add cream cheese and spinach. Stir until cream cheese melts and mixture is creamy.
  5. Return bacon, add chicken, and cover; simmer until chicken reaches 165°F, about 10-12 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle Pepper Jack cheese over chicken, cover, and cook until melted, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Plate chicken and spoon creamy spinach mixture over top. Enjoy warm with sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle fresh parsley for added color and freshness.

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