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The Perfect Pairing: Comfort in Every Bite of Chicken and Bacon

This creamy bacon chicken recipe is a decadent and delicious dinner that’s easy enough for a weeknight and tasty enough for company. It’s ready in about 30 minutes!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Calories 506 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 strips bacon
  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • Flour for dredging
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pepper to taste
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup heavy/whipping cream

Instructions
 

  • Cut the bacon up and add it to a skillet. Fry until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving about 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat in the pan.
  • Cut the chicken in half lengthwise. Sprinkle with garlic powder and pepper, then coat in flour.
  • Add the chicken to the skillet and cook in the bacon fat until golden brown, 4-5 minutes per side.
  • Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and butter to the pan. Let it reduce by half.
  • Stir in the cream and once it bubbles, add the chicken and bacon back into the pan.
  • Cook for another 5 minutes or so until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

Notes

  • Use fairly large boneless/skinless chicken breasts.
  • Feel free to add a handful of spinach near the end of cooking.
  • Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Keyword creamy bacon chicken, chicken recipe, easy dinner, comfort food