10 Minute Smothered Chicken Recipe

Ready in just 10 minutes, this smothered chicken recipe is a flavor explosion! Perfectly tender chicken breasts smothered in melted cheese, savory mushrooms, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions. A weeknight winner that's surprisingly easy and incredibly satisfying.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 296.3 kcal
Protein 71g
Rating 3.6 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 10 Minute Smothered Chicken

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How to Make 10 Minute Smothered Chicken

  1. Flatten chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness using a meat mallet or the bottom of a heavy pan.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken with garlic powder and salt.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through.
  5. Top each chicken breast with sliced mushrooms, shredded cheese, and crumbled bacon.
  6. Sprinkle with sliced green onions.
  7. Cover the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

35g

Carbs

1g