Description
Creamy Turkey Bacon Chicken is a delightful and indulgent dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, velvety sauce infused with the savory flavor of crispy turkey bacon. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it a convenient option for busy schedules. The creamy sauce complements the chicken beautifully, while the turkey bacon adds a satisfying crunch. This dish is not only quick to make but also easily customizable, allowing you to pair it with your favorite sides—whether it’s rice, pasta, or fresh vegetables. With its low-carb content and family-friendly flavors, Creamy Turkey Bacon Chicken is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 strips turkey bacon
- 2 large chicken breasts
- Flour (for dredging)
- Garlic powder
- Pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon: Cut into pieces and fry in a skillet until crispy. Set aside and reserve fat.
- Prepare chicken: Slice chicken breasts into cutlets, season with garlic powder and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- Cook chicken: Sauté in reserved turkey bacon fat until golden brown on both sides.
- Make sauce: In the same skillet, combine chicken broth, lemon juice, and butter; reduce by half. Stir in heavy cream.
- Combine: Return chicken and turkey bacon to the skillet; cook until heated through and sauce thickens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (200g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg