Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, Mushrooms
This easy smothered chicken with creamed spinach, bacon, mushrooms recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, Mushrooms
This easy smothered chicken with creamed spinach, bacon, mushrooms recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the oven and preheat to 190 degrees C or 375 degrees F.
- Brush with melted butter a 13×9-inch baking dish.
- Season the chicken breasts, with salt, paprika, and lemon pepper. Make sure to coat each well.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish with the fatty part facing down.
- Place it inside the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest at room temperature.
- For the Creamed Spinach:
- Place a large skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium.
- Add 1 tbsp of vegetable oil and allow it to become hot.
- Add the spinach and cook for about a minute.
- Remove the wilted spinach from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add half & half and minced garlic. Stir until well mixed and allow the mixture to boil.
- Add the shredded cheese, then stir until melted completely.
- Put the spinach back to the skillet, then cook everything for one more minute. Sprinkle salt and pepper to season. Remove the skillet from the stove.
- For the Mushrooms:
- Place a pan on the stove and turn the heat to medium.
- Add 1 tbsp of vegetable oil and allow it to become hot.
- Add the mushroom slices and sauté until soft and caramelized.
- To Assemble:
- Add creamed spinach, crumbled bacon, mushrooms, and cheese on top of each chicken breast.
- Put them back inside the oven and bake for another 20 minutes.
- Broil for about 2 minutes or until the cheese turns golden brown.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Nutrition Facts:
- Calories 611 | Fat 40g 62% | Saturated Fat 22g 138% | Cholesterol 185mg 62% | Sodium 709mg 31% | Potassium 1259mg 36% | Carbohydrates 7g 2% | Fiber 1g 4% | Sugar 1g 1% | Protein 54g 108% | Vitamin A 7330IU 147% | Vitamin C
- 8mg 29% | Calcium 430mg 43% | Iron
- 1mg 17%
Tips for the Best Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, Mushrooms
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking smothered chicken with creamed spinach, bacon, mushrooms.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
