Bacon, Chicken
A creamy, savory chicken and bacon dish with cauliflower and Parmesan, perfect for a comforting dinner that combines rich flavors and crispy bacon bits.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Dice cauliflower into hash brown-sized pieces and set aside.
- Cut bacon crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces and sauté until almost crisp.
- Add chopped green onions to the bacon and continue simmering a few minutes.
- Add canned chicken to the skillet and heat through.
- Remove mixture with a slotted spoon and place in a bowl, reserving a tablespoon of bacon drippings in the skillet.
- Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, butter, garlic salt, and ground nutmeg.
- Return the bacon and chicken mixture to the skillet and cook until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped green onions if desired.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter version, substitute turkey bacon for regular bacon and use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. If you prefer fresh cauliflower, steam it until tender before dicing. Adjust the nutmeg to taste; it adds a warm flavor that complements the dish well. This recipe is versatile, so feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this creamy bacon and chicken concoction over a bed of rice or alongside a fresh salad for a well-rounded meal. It pairs beautifully with Wonder Soup, making it a comforting dinner option. For a complete dinner, consider adding crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of cream or broth if needed to prevent drying out. This dish can also be frozen for up to a month; just thaw and reheat thoroughly.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Bacon, Chicken contains roughly 839 calories, with 18g protein, 37g carbohydrates, and 71g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin A (51% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (41% of the Daily Value), and protein (35% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium. It also contributes 12g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a way to make this dish lower in calories?
To reduce calories, consider using reduced-fat cream cheese in place of heavy cream and turkey bacon instead of regular bacon. Additionally, increasing the vegetable content will add bulk without significantly increasing calories.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).