Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from the skillet and let rest on a plate.
- In the same skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble once cooled. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté in the remaining bacon grease for about 5 minutes until golden brown around the edges and most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then add the garlic powder. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and reduces by about one-third.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and divide both shredded cheeses evenly over each piece. Spoon the creamy mushroom sauce over the cheese-topped chicken and cover with a lid. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Garnish with crumbled bacon and chopped green onions before serving hot.
Notes
Pound chicken to an even thickness before cooking for the juiciest results. Shred cheese fresh from the block for the best melt. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day.
