Creamy Garlic Chicken with Turkey Bacon: A Cozy Comfort Dish
Enjoy a deliciously creamy garlic chicken dish complemented by savory turkey bacon, perfect for a cozy meal any time of the year.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and chicken thighs, cooking until browned on both sides.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream, and stir to combine. Reduce heat and let simmer.
- Add the cooked turkey bacon back to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a richer sauce, add Parmesan cheese to the cream mixture.
- Serve with pasta or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 5 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 50 grams
- Cholesterol: 180 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon