Smothered Chicken: 7 Reasons It'll Be Your New Favorite Dish
This smothered chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts covered in a savory mushroom and cream sauce seasoned with herbs, and topped with crispy sautéed bacon. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon thick-cut
- 3 pieces chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 2 cups button mushrooms sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 teaspoons thyme dried
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 0.5 cup chicken broth low sodium
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Once cool, crumble the bacon and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and pan-fry the chicken pieces until golden brown on both sides and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
- Add mushrooms to the skillet. Saute until they release moisture and turn golden brown.
- Pour in chicken broth and cream. Stir in thyme and bring to a simmer, cooking until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top and sprinkle with crumbled bacon. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Notes
Serve this creamy smothered chicken with mashed potatoes or rice for a complete meal. Add a side of roasted vegetables for added color and nutrients.