Creamy Garlic Chicken with Turkey Bacon: Easy Weeknight Delight
Enjoy a quick and delicious weeknight dinner with this creamy garlic chicken recipe, featuring crispy turkey bacon and savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and chicken breasts. Cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Let sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Return the bacon to the skillet and mix well.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For an extra flavor boost, add grated parmesan cheese to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with pasta or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 135mg