Description
This creamy Turkey Bacon Chicken is a delightful weeknight dinner that effortlessly impresses. With tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce and complemented by crispy turkey bacon, this dish strikes a perfect balance between comfort food and gourmet dining. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ideal choice for busy evenings or special gatherings. Serve it over rice or pasta for a fulfilling meal that everyone will love. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining guests, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser with its decadent flavors and simple preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 strips turkey bacon
- 2 large chicken breasts
- Flour (for dredging)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut turkey bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy (about 10 minutes). Transfer to paper towels, leaving some fat in the pan.
- Slice chicken breasts lengthwise into cutlets, season with garlic powder and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- In the same skillet, brown the floured chicken cutlets on both sides (4-5 minutes each) until golden brown; remove and set aside.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and butter to the skillet; simmer until reduced by half (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and return cooked chicken and turkey bacon to the pan. Cook together for an additional 5 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg