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Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach

Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach

Enjoy a comforting Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach, featuring juicy chicken, creamy spinach, crispy bacon, and melty cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast
  • salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
For the Spinach Mixture
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 10 ounces fresh spinach
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ⅔ cup half-and-half
  • ⅔ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 4 slices cooked and chopped bacon
  • 4 slices Pepper Jack cheese or Monterey Jack Cheese with Jalapenos

Equipment

  • 13×9-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • microwave

Method
 

How to Make Smothered Chicken with Creamed Spinach
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease the bottom of a 13×9-inch baking dish with the butter.
  2. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, lemon pepper seasoning, and paprika. Place in the baking dish in a single layer.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach, cover, and let it wilt for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and half-and-half, bringing everything to a gentle boil.
  4. Melt in the shredded mozzarella cheese by stirring vigorously on high heat for about 30 seconds until melted. Reduce heat to simmer and mix until smooth, seasoning with salt to taste.
  5. Sauté sliced mushrooms in a separate skillet with the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until caramelized.
  6. Remove partially baked chicken from oven. Top each breast with creamed spinach, bacon, mushrooms, and a slice of cheese.
  7. Bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Broil for 2-4 minutes until golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure chicken breasts are even in thickness for even cooking. Don't overcook spinach, and check chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F before serving.

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