Smothered Chicken: Indulgent Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon Delight
Delight in the rich, savory flavors of Smothered Chicken topped with crispy turkey bacon, making this dish the ultimate comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sear the chicken thighs for about 5 minutes on each side.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth, paprika, and black pepper, and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Top with crispy turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or mashed potatoes.
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Smothered Chicken, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon