Creamy Chicken and Bacon Gorgonzola
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Creamy Chicken and Bacon Gorgonzola, a decadent one-skillet dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender, seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then nestled into a luscious sauce made with heavy cream, crumbled Gorgonzola, and Parmesan cheese. Crispy, smoky bacon adds irresistible texture and depth, while fresh spinach provides a pop of color and nutrients. Finished with a generous sprinkle of crumbled bacon and optional parsley garnish, this dish is perfect served over pasta, creamy mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the velvety sauce. Ready in just 45 minutes, this creamy chicken recipe is a gourmet delight that’s surprisingly easy to prepare at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 slices bacon
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Discard excess bacon grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring gently until it wilts into the sauce.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to warm the chicken through.
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve hot over pasta, mashed potatoes, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 246.2 g | 316% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.2 g | 626% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1161 mg | 387% | |
| Sodium | 7027 mg | 306% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 291.5 g | 583% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1699 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 624 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
