Cook bacon. Drain, and set aside on a plate with a paper towel.
5 slices of bacon
Meanwhile, cover and pound chicken breasts with a meat tenderizer. Then season chicken with salt. Add the chicken, in batches so as not to crowd the pan, with 1 clove of the garlic and brown chicken in the bacon grease about 3-4 minutes on each side. Turn off the flame. Remove chicken to a bowl, cover and set aside.Note: As soon as the garlic begins to brown, transfer it to a bowl with a slotted spoon. You will add it back in with the chicken in the final step.
1 1/2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt to taste
Then sauté the spinach on low for about 1 minute, drain, and set aside in the bowl with the chicken.
5 ounces of baby spinach
Wipe the skillet clean so it will be ready for your mushrooms.
Add butter to the skillet and cook your mushrooms, tossing them with a wooden spoon until they're brown about 5 minutes. Then add the remaining 2 cloves of garlic and cook for one more minute. Then season with salt and set aside with the chicken.
2 tablespoons of butter, 8 ounces of mushrooms
For Chicken Alfredo sauce:
Wipe the skillet clean again so it will be ready for cooking your sauce.
Now add cream to the pan and bring it to a low boil for a few minutes. Then turn the heat down and stir in your grated cheese (I use aged Parmigiano Reggiano). High heat can cause the cheese to curdle so be sure the temperature is very low (150 ℉).Finally, toss bacon, chicken, mushrooms, garlic, and spinach back into the skillet. Serve warm and enjoy.
1 cup of heavy whipping cream, 3/4 cup of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Notes
Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh baby spinach? Yes, you can use frozen spinach, but make sure to thaw and squeeze out excess moisture before adding it to the pan.Can I use pre-cooked chicken for this recipe? Yes, you can use pre-cooked chicken, such as rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken. Simply add it to the pan towards the end of cooking your sauce to heat through.What can I substitute for mushrooms if I don't like them? You can omit mushrooms altogether or substitute them with other vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini.How do I store leftovers? Store any leftover chicken Alfredo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.3g
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