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Crispy Chicken Thighs with Bacon and Creamed Mushrooms

28 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain chicken, sauce on the side$14.20520 cal · 48g protein

Ingredients

  • boneless chicken thighs1¾ lb
  • bacon strips6 strips
  • fresh mushrooms1 lb
  • heavy cream1 cup
  • garlic4 cloves
  • thyme1 tsp
  • salt and black pepper1 teaspoon each

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy (about 6 minutes), then remove and chop; leave 2 tablespoons bacon fat in the pan.

  2. 2

    Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear skin-side down in bacon fat for 5–6 minutes until golden, flip, and cook another 4 minutes; transfer to a plate.

  3. 3

    Slice mushrooms and minced garlic, sauté in the same skillet for 3–4 minutes, then add cream and thyme; return chicken thighs to the pan.

  4. 4

    Simmer for 3–5 minutes until chicken is cooked through, top with crispy bacon, and serve.

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