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CHEESY RANCH CHICKEN IN A RED SKILLET
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5 from 10 votes

Cream Cheese Chicken with Bacon

A rich and creamy cheesy sauce pairs so well with chicken breast.  This Cream Cheese Chicken with Bacon will be a family favorite.  Serve it with mashed cauliflower and green beans for a complete meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 30 minute meal, chicken for dinner, gluten free, recipe for cream cheese chicken
Servings: 4
Calories: 523

Ingredients

  • 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast about 1 pound total
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • 8 Slices Bacon Chopped
  • 1 Cup Chicken broth
  • 1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Dill
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Chives
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 8 ounces light Cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Instructions

  • Using a sharp knife, slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise and season each side with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon until crisp. Remove from the skillet with a slotted spoon and let drain on a plate lined with paper towels and set aside. Remove all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease from the pan.
  • In the same skillet over medium high heat add the chicken breast. Cook the breasts on each side until they are cooked through and an internal temperature thermometer reads 165F. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Reduce the heat of the skillet to medium and add in the chicken broth. Use a spatula to scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  • Add in the seasonings and let cook for a few minutes. Now add in the cream cheese and sitr until completely melted.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese and the bacon. Add the chicken breast back to the pan and serve.

Notes

  • Be sure to remove all but 2 tablespoons of the grease from the pan or your cheesy bacon sauce will be greasy.

Nutrition

Calories: 523 | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 35g | Fiber: 0g