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Lazy Keto Chicken Bacon Spinach Skillet

Lazy Keto Chicken Bacon Spinach Skillet for Quick Comfort

This Lazy Keto Chicken Bacon Spinach Skillet is a quick, one-pan meal that combines crispy bacon, juicy chicken, and vibrant spinach, ready in just 35 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Keto
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 slices Bacon Chopped
  • 4 cups Fresh spinach Washed and dried
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can be swapped for avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Or cumin as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Or dried oregano/basil as substitutes
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Or coconut cream for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Optional

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather and prepare all ingredients: chop chicken, dice onion, and mince garlic.
  2. In a large skillet, heat bacon over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until crispy.
  3. Remove bacon, leaving drippings, and sauté onion and garlic in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add chicken to skillet, season, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Stir in spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  6. Pour in heavy cream, mix, and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Return bacon to skillet, stirring to combine all ingredients.
  8. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure bacon is crispy for optimal texture. Adjust cooking times based on size of chicken pieces. Fresh spinach is best for texture and nutrients.

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