One Skillet Keto Chicken with Turkey Bacon Mushroom Gravy
Experience a burst of flavor with One Skillet Keto Chicken with Turkey Bacon Mushroom Gravy, a satisfying dish that delivers comfort and nutrition in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken with savory turkey bacon and a luscious mushroom gravy, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb chicken thighs or breasts (skinless boneless)
- 2 slices uncooked turkey bacon (chopped)
- 1 ½ cup sliced white mushrooms
- 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
- ½ tsp sea salt (divided)
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp dried thyme leaves
- ⅓ cup chicken broth
- 3 ounces cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chicken in oil for about 5 to 7 minutes per side until browned. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and cook turkey bacon until slightly browned.
- Add butter; once melted, stir in garlic and mushrooms. Sauté until mushrooms are browned.
- Pour in chicken broth, add thyme, and remaining salt; stir well.
- Increase heat to medium-high until bubbling occurs, then add cream cheese, stirring until melted and sauce thickens.
- Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer on low for an additional 5 to 8 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately one piece of chicken with gravy (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg