ONE SKILLET KETO CHICKEN WITH BACON MUSHROOM GRAVY

ONE SKILLET KETO CHICKEN WITH BACON MUSHROOM GRAVY

The only difference between the keto & paleo version is the keto, lower carb version uses cream cheese to thicken the gravy and the paleo version uses arrowroot powder mixed with butter to thicken it. Although the paleo version is still considered low in carbs, it does have a few more net carbs than the keto option.
Ingredients

• 1 ½ lb chicken thighs or breasts skinless boneless (about 4 to 5 pieces)
• 2 slices uncooked bacon chopped
• 1 ½ cup sliced white mushrooms
• 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
• ½ tsp sea salt divided
• ⅛ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tsp dried thyme leaves
• ⅓ cup chicken broth
• Thickener: 3 ounces cream cheese, softened For keto version, or for *paleo version use- 2 tsp arrowroot powder + 1 tbsp butter (mashed together with a fork
  
  
  

Instructions

1. Sprinkle chicken with ¼ tsp salt and ⅛ tsp pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat sear chicken in the 1 tbsp oil for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until browned.
2. Remove chicken from skillet and place on a plate and set aside (will return to the pan later).
3. In the same pan used for the chicken, over medium heat, fry chopped bacon until slightly browning.

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