Creamy Garlic Chicken with Turkey Bacon: A Cozy Comfort Dish
A rich and creamy garlic chicken dish topped with crispy turkey bacon, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 8 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Return crispy turkey bacon to the skillet and cook until chicken is fully cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken, Comfort Food, Easy Chicken Recipes, Turkey Bacon