Garlic and Bacon Boneless Chicken
Juicy and flavorful, this Garlic and Bacon Boneless Chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts, smoky bacon, and a rich garlic-infused cream sauce for a hearty and satisfying meal. Pan-seared to golden perfection, the chicken is simmered in a velvety blend of chicken broth, heavy cream, and fragrant sautéed garlic, then topped with crispy crumbled bacon and fresh parsley for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for special occasions, this dish comes together in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp garden salad. Impress your family or guests with this irresistible chicken dinner that balances creamy, savory, and smoky flavors in every forkful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 pieces Bacon strips
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cups Chicken broth
- 0.25 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the ingredients by finely mincing the garlic, chopping the parsley, and season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon strips until crispy. Remove them from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
Drain most of the bacon grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon for flavor. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to the skillet.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside (they will finish cooking later).
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet to deglaze it, scraping up any brown bits for added flavor. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for an additional 7-10 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through, until it is fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and fresh parsley over the chicken right before serving. Spoon the garlic-bacon cream sauce over the top for extra flavor.
Serve warm with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2056 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.9 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.1 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 784 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 3098 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 242.4 g | 485% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2370 mg | 50% | |
*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.
