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Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms

This dish brings together the richness of creamed spinach, the smokiness of bacon, and the savory depth of mushrooms, all smothered over tender, seasoned chicken. It's a comforting and indulgent meal that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Chicken:

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1.5 lb chicken breast skinless and boneless (4 small or 2 large, halved)
  • Salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika

Creamed Spinach:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 10 oz fresh spinach
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • ⅔ cup half and half
  • ⅔ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Other Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and chopped
  • 4 slices Pepper Jack cheese or Monterey Jack cheese with jalapenos

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Prepare the Chicken:

  • Butter the bottom of a 13x9x4-inch baking dish. Season the chicken breasts with salt, lemon pepper seasoning, and paprika. Place the chicken in the dish, flat side down, and bake for 15-20 minutes.

Make the Creamed Spinach:

  • While the chicken is baking, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach, cover, and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Add minced garlic and half and half, and bring to a boil. Stir in the mozzarella until melted and the mixture is smooth. Season with salt to taste and remove from heat.

Cook the Mushrooms:

  • In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 1-2 minutes until caramelized.

Assemble the Smothered Chicken:

  • Remove the chicken from the oven. Top each breast with creamed spinach, followed by chopped bacon and caramelized mushrooms. Place a slice of Pepper Jack cheese on each breast.

Final Bake:

  • Return the chicken to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted. Optionally, broil for the last 2-4 minutes to brown the cheese.

Serve:

  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or a green salad.

Notes

For a milder dish, use mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese without jalapenos.
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