Creamy Baked Chicken with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Delight
A deliciously creamy baked chicken recipe featuring turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then chop into pieces.
- In a bowl, mix the heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the cream mixture over them.
- Top with the chopped turkey bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the cream mixture for a few hours before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Baked Chicken, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipe