Pollo guisado con beicon y espinacas

Ingredientes

• 6 slices (6 oz) bacon, chopped
• 2 (12 oz each) or 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 10 oz. (2 cups) grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 Tbsp minced garlic (3 cloves)
• 3 cups packed (3 oz) fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup (1 oz) finely shredded parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 cup low sodium chicken broth, plus 1 1/2 Tbsp
• 1 Tbsp cornstarch

Preparación

1. 1

   Cook Bacon: Add chopped bacon to a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Toss occasionally and cook until bacon is crisp. Remove bacon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

2. 2

   Prepare Chicken: If using 2 large chicken breasts, butterfly and then cut each into two portions through the thickness. Pound each piece with a meat mallet to an even thickness. For smaller breasts, pound each piece to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Pat dry with paper towels.

3. 3

   Season Chicken: Season both sides of each chicken piece evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

4. 4

   Sear Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a clean 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside on a plate.

5. 5

   Sauté Tomatoes and Garlic: Using the same pan, add remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add halved grape tomatoes and minced garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.

6. 6

   Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in 1 cup of low sodium chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Thicken Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons chicken broth. Pour this mixture into the skillet and stir continuously for about 30 seconds until the sauce thickens.

8. 8

   Add Vegetables and Cheese: Stir in the fresh chopped spinach, cooked bacon, and finely shredded parmesan cheese. Cook until the spinach wilts completely.

9. 9

   Finish Sauce: Stir in heavy cream, then season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

10. 10

    Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken. Serve hot.