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    Grits and Pinecones » Recipes » Chicken » Bacon and Mushroom Skillet Chicken – Quick and Easy Recipe

    Bacon and Mushroom Skillet Chicken – Quick and Easy Recipe

    March 27, 2020 by Sharon Rigsby, Updated February 23, 2021 7 Comments

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    A white plate with chicken, mushrooms and bacon on top of mashed potatoes.

    Would you like to know how to prepare a quick and easy, low-carb chicken recipe that will make your family and friends think you are a superstar in the kitchen? Well, hold on to your spatula, because Bacon and Mushroom Skillet Chicken is all that and more!

    Cut up chicken and sauce on top of mashed potatoes garnished with a sprig of thyme.

    Just the name alone should pique your interest. I mean, bacon, what’s not to love? Mushrooms, is there anything better?  And chicken thighs, well, enough said! 

    But wait, as if it couldn’t get any better, combine the bacon, mushrooms, and poultry with a rich, creamy, decadent sauce made with heavy cream and well, you get the idea!  It’s a circus in your mouth!

    Why you will love this recipe:

    1. It’s quick, it’s easy, and it’s delicious!
    2. Only one pan to wash. 
    3. Not only is it great for a busy weeknight family dinner, but it’s also perfect company fare too!
    4. And, the best part is you can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.

    This recipe is one of our all-time favorites, and I know your family will love it too.

    What’s in it:

    Bacon, chicken, mushrooms, heavy cream, herbs and salt.

    How to make it:

    Season the meat with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

    Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the poultry and saute three to four minutes on each side or until it is cooked through.

    Chunks of chicken thighs cooking in a skillet.

    Use a slotted spoon or spatula and remove it from the pan.  Set aside.

    Using a spoon to removed cooked chicken from a skillet.

    Add the mushrooms to the same pan. Stir and cook until they are tender, which should take about four minutes.

    Sliced mushrooms cooking in a skillet.

    When the mushrooms are done, add the bacon, thyme, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

    Sliced mushrooms, bacon, thyme cooking in a skillet.

    Add the cream, and bring to a simmer. Cook for a minute or two until the sauce starts to thicken just a bit.

    Heavy cream mixed with bacon, mushrooms and thyme in a skillet.

    Add the chicken back to the skillet and cook just until it is heated through.

    Chicken, bacon, mushroom cooking in heavy cream in a skillet.

    To serve, garnish with sprigs of thyme. Enjoy!

    Sprigs of thyme top Bacon and Mushroom Skillet Chicken.

    Sharon’s Tips:

    • You can substitute one teaspoon of dried thyme for one tablespoon of fresh thyme.
    • I usually serve this dish over my Creamy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes along with a salad. You could also serve it over rice, orzo or quinoa.
    • Leftovers, if you have them, are just as good the next day.
    • You can substitute boneless skinless chicken breasts for the thighs. Either works well in this easy recipe, but the white meat will not be quite as flavorful.

    More easy recipes:

    If you like dark meat as I do, I know you will also love these easy recipes. A bonus: most of these recipes are also one-pan skillet meals. 

    • Easy Honey Baked Bone-In Chicken Thighs
    • Skillet Mediterranean Chicken Bake 
    • Broiled Chili Rubbed Chicken Thighs
    • Chicken and Cauliflower Skillet

    You might also be interested in these other popular recipes on my blog: Easy Chicken Marsala with Prosciutto, Lemon Chicken, Oven-Baked Pecan Crusted Chicken, Chicken and Mushroom Crepes, Easy Cheesy Herb Stuffed Chicken Breasts, and Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry.

    Need more inspiration; here is a link to all of my chicken recipes.

    ★ If you make this dish, please leave a comment and give this recipe a star rating. I would love to know how you liked it!

    Thank you so much for visiting Grits and Pinecones!

    Cooked cut up chicken and mushrooms on top of mashed potatoes on a white plate.
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    5 from 6 votes

    Bacon and Mushroom Skillet Chicken - Quick and Easy Recipe

    It is a perfect dish! It's quick, it's easy, you only have to use one pan, and it's delicious. Plus, not only is it great for busy weeknight family dinners, it's perfect company fare too! And, you can have it on the table in 25 minutes.
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine American, Southern
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 418kcal
    Author Sharon Rigsby

    Ingredients

    • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs cut up into bite-size pieces
    • 2 Tbsp olive oil
    • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
    • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
    • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
    • 12 ounces sliced white or baby portabella mushrooms
    • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled

    Cream Sauce

    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
    • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves plus a few sprigs for garnish

    Instructions

    • Sprinkle salt, pepper and Italian seasoning over the chicken.
    • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the chicken and saute 3-4 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
    • Add the mushrooms to the same pan in which you cooked the chicken. Stir and cook until they are soft which should take about 4 minutes.
    • Add the bacon, thyme, cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Bring to a simmer and cook for a minute or two until the sauce starts to thicken just a bit.
    • Add the chicken back to the skillet and heat for another minute or so. Garnish with the sprigs of thyme. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

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    Notes

    Expert Tips:
    I usually serve Bacon and Mushroom Chicken Skillet over my Creamy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes along with a salad. You could also serve it over rice, orzo or quinoa.
    Leftovers are just as good the next day.
    You can substitute boneless skinless chicken breasts for the chicken thighs. Either works well in this easy recipe, but the white meat will not be quite as juicy.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 171mg | Sodium: 2669mg | Potassium: 337mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 950IU | Vitamin C: 3.3mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 0.9mg
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    *This recipe originally published on October 16, 2016. It was republished on March 27, 2020, with new photos, a “how-to” video, and expanded tips and directions. 

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    Comments

    1. Susan Barnes

      April 01, 2020 at 9:08 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve never commented twice on one of your recipes before, but I’m doing so now because i followed the recipe more exactly this time. For the first time ever i used boneless skinless thighs. I stock up on breasts at Fresh Market on Tuesdays, but recently I bought a pound of thighs in anticipation of making this recipe again. I knew that there would be more fat to trim but was surprised at the ligament that needed trimming. But in the final product, we both felt the thigh meat was more flavorful and more tender than the breast meat to which we’re accustomed. Other than adding a splash of white wine, I did follow the recipe and it was again delicious. Ken made Yukon Gold mashed potatoes, and the combination was exceptional. We’re both looking forward to the leftovers. Hope you are doing well in these stressful days.

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      • Sharon Rigsby

        April 02, 2020 at 10:49 am

        Hi Susan,
        So glad you and Ken enjoyed it and thank you too for leaving a comment. I totally agree with you that the dark meat is much more flavorful and juicy and I’m glad that you decided to give it a try.
        Stay safe and hope to see you soon!
        All the best,
        Sharon

        Reply
    2. Ernest WaynebToney

      July 18, 2019 at 8:05 am

      I am going to get my daughter in to cook this for u, it looks really great and easy to make.j

      Reply
    3. Bev Scheer

      October 09, 2018 at 7:29 pm

      My husband and I really enjoyed this delicious and easy chicken dish. I followed the recipe to a T! I served it over orzo because that is what I had on hand. I am planning on heating up leftovers for tomorrows dinner. It was super easy and yummy. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe.

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      • Gritsandpinecones

        October 09, 2018 at 9:21 pm

        Hey Bev,
        Thanks so much for letting me know you enjoyed this dish. It is one of our favorites too! I usually serve it over mashed potatoes, but my husband loves orzo so I’ll have to try that next time!
        All my best,
        Sharon

        Reply
    4. Susan Barnes

      October 07, 2018 at 3:35 pm

      We really enjoyed this easy and tasty dish. I used chicken breasts since I had them and added a splash of white wine to the sauce. It was just as good re-heated for a second meal for the two of us. Thanks, Sharon, for a great low carb recipe.

      Reply
      • Gritsandpinecones

        October 07, 2018 at 9:53 pm

        Hey Susan,
        I’m so glad you enjoyed it and hope you guys are doing well!
        Sharon

        Reply

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