Let it be known that I am a feminist through and through but the fact remains that Man-Pleasing Chicken is one of my husband’s very favorite meals so here we are. Man, woman, or otherwise — y’all will devour this savory, hearty meal that goes from fridge to fork in just 30 minutes!
What’s Inside
Chicken breast cutlets are smothered in a mouthwatering mixture of sauted spinach, mushrooms, half and half, and parmesan cheese in this tasty, one-skillet supper. It’s then topped with bacon, of course, as you’d expect any husband-pleasing (or at least my husband) chicken to be! As I said, this dish cooks in about 10 minutes and I like serving over pasta or prepared mashed potatoes, plus pairing it with an easy side dish like a fresh salad, Air Fryer Asparagus, or Baked Potatoes. Everyone will lick their plates clean!
Start by browning 3 slices chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove to a paper towel lined plate to drain then remove all but 1 teaspoon bacon grease from the skillet.
Turn the heat up to medium-high then season 4 chicken cutlets with salt and pepper, and saute for 3-4 minutes a side or until cooked through. Slicing regular chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create cutlets not only lets them cook in half the time, but it essentially doubles your meat — it’s a great way to make chicken breasts go farther!
Next melt 1 Tablespoon butter in the skillet then add 1 chopped shallot and 8oz sliced mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper then saute until the mushrooms turn golden brown, 5-7 minutes.
Next, add 4 cups baby spinach, then allow them to wilt for about a minute.
Finally, add 1/2 cup half & half or heavy cream then let it simmer and thicken for about 1 minute. Finish by tossing in 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese then stir until combined.
I prefer fresh grated parm by the way, if you can swing it!
Plate the chicken then spoon the luscious spinach-mushroom-cream sauce over the top and finish with a sprinkling of crisp bacon, plus a crack of black pepper. A bed of cooked pasta or prepared mashed potatoes is perfect for soaking up the creamy sauce, though serving it low carb as is, or with a side of Gluten Free Focaccia is also totally divine. However you serve it, I hope you love this easy, pleasing, one skillet chicken recipe — enjoy!
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