Creamy Garlic Chicken with Turkey Bacon: Easy Weeknight Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for creamy garlic chicken topped with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and chicken breasts. Cook until golden and cooked through.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning, stirring well.
- Add grated parmesan and stir until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the chicken topped with crispy bacon and parsley.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or over pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken, Easy Recipes, Weeknight Dinners