Go Back
–+ servings
CREAMY SPINACH BACON CHICKEN

Creamy Spinach Bacon Chicken for Cozy Nights In

This Whole30 Creamy Spinach Bacon Chicken recipe features succulent chicken thighs, crisp bacon, and fresh spinach in a rich, creamy gravy.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless chicken thighs Use boneless for quicker cooking.
  • 2 tbsp Ghee or olive oil
  • 1 tsp Ground pepper Essential seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Sea salt Essential seasoning.
For the Bacon
  • 8 oz Sugar-free bacon Can be substituted with turkey bacon.
For the Gravy
  • 1 cup Minced garlic
  • 1 cup Diced onion Can be substituted with shallots.
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Opt for low-sodium if desired.
  • 1 cup Full-fat coconut milk Almond milk can be a lighter alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Tapioca flour Can use cornstarch for thickening.
  • 1 tsp Ground mustard
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
For the Greens
  • 3 cups Chopped spinach Can be replaced with kale or other greens.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large skillet over medium-low heat, add the chopped sugar-free bacon. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and golden brown. Remove the bacon from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
  2. Pat the boneless chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and ground pepper. In the same skillet, increase the heat to medium and sear the chicken thighs for 7–8 minutes on each side, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Whisk together chicken broth, full-fat coconut milk, tapioca flour, ground mustard, and garlic powder in a bowl until smooth. Pour this mixture over the seared chicken in the skillet, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped spinach and the crispy bacon into the skillet, cooking for an additional minute until the spinach wilts. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Patting the chicken thighs dry ensures maximum crispiness when searing. Adjust simmering time for richer gravy flavor. Always check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!