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Chicken Bacon Garlic Delight

Chicken Bacon Garlic Delight

Creamy garlic chicken with crisp bacon and Parmesan in a silky pan sauce. Easy, comforting, and weeknight-ready.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 oz thick-cut bacon chopped
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream room temperature
  • 0.5 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional heat
  • 1 tsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for thicker sauce
  • 2 tsp water for slurry, optional
  • 2 cup baby spinach loosely packed
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Pat chicken dry; season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
  • Crisp the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat; transfer to a plate.
  • Add olive oil to drippings; sear chicken until browned, 4–5 minutes per side.
  • Move chicken to a plate; reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Melt butter in the skillet; sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour in chicken broth; scrape browned bits and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in cream, Parmesan, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice; simmer until slightly thickened.
  • For thicker sauce, whisk cornstarch with water; stir into sauce and simmer one minute.
  • Fold in spinach; cook until wilted.
  • Return chicken and bacon to the pan; simmer until chicken is cooked through.
  • Rest 2 minutes; garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Try swapping chicken thighs for extra juiciness, or add sliced mushrooms with the garlic. Serve over mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or cauliflower rice. Leftovers keep 3–4 days refrigerated; reheat gently over low heat with a splash of broth or cream.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Chicken Bacon Garlic Delight flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.