Easy Stovetop Smothered Chicken: A Juicy Twist with Turkey Bacon
A flavorful dish that combines juicy chicken with the savory taste of turkey bacon, all cooked effortlessly on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 3 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chicken thighs and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned on both sides.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook until chicken is fully cooked, about 20-25 minutes.
- Return turkey bacon to skillet before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with rice or potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Easy Stovetop Smothered Chicken, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Recipe