Cream Cheese Chicken with Bacon is a creamy, rich, and easy dinner made with simple ingredients. It’s perfect over pasta, rice, or veggies.

1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts or thighs

8 oz cream cheese, softened

6–8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

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1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

2. Sear chicken in a skillet until browned on both sides, then set aside.

3. In the same pan, sauté garlic in bacon grease until fragrant.

4. Add cream cheese and chicken broth, stirring until smooth.

5. Return chicken to skillet and simmer until cooked through.

6. Top with crumbled bacon and stir gently to combine.

7. Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter option.

Try adding shredded cheddar or herbs for more flavor.

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.