Description
Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms is a comforting, flavor-packed meal that combines tender chicken, velvety creamed spinach, crispy bacon, and savory sautéed mushrooms.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 cup fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 8 ounce mushrooms
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 cup Pepper Jack cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 13×9-inch baking dish with butter.
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, lemon pepper seasoning, and paprika. Place them in the prepared baking dish, flat side down.
3. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach, cover, and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Add the minced garlic and half-and-half, bringing the mixture to a boil. Stir in the mozzarella cheese and cook until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy.
4. In a separate skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 1-2 minutes until they’re golden brown.
5. Remove the partially baked chicken from the oven. Top each piece with a generous serving of the creamed spinach, followed by the sautéed mushrooms, chopped bacon, and a slice of Pepper Jack cheese.
6. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly. For an extra-golden finish, you can broil the dish for 2-4 minutes.
Notes
To prevent the chicken from drying out, be sure not to overcook it. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg