Indulge in a comforting and flavorful dish with Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms. This dish features juicy, tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich and creamy sauce loaded with savory bacon, earthy mushrooms, and fresh spinach. It’s the perfect meal for a cozy dinner or special occasion, providing a delicious blend of textures and flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Creamed Spinach:
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Bacon and Mushrooms:
- 4 strips of bacon, chopped
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini mushrooms work well)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup white wine (optional, can substitute with additional chicken broth)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)