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Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff with Spinach and Crispy Turkey Bacon

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Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff with Spinach and Crispy Turkey Bacon is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich flavors and easy preparation. This delightful dish features tender chicken simmered in a luscious sauce made from cream cheese, chicken broth, and earthy spices. Fresh spinach adds a nutritious touch, while crispy turkey bacon provides the perfect crunch. Ideal for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this stroganoff is not only satisfying but also a healthier alternative to traditional recipes. Serve it over your favorite pasta or alongside mashed potatoes for a complete meal that everyone will adore.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 6 strips turkey bacon, chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 12 oz egg noodles or pasta of choice, cooked separately

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Chop turkey bacon, dice onion, and mince garlic.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy; set aside.
  3. In the slow cooker, combine chicken, cooked turkey bacon, diced onion, and minced garlic.
  4. In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth; pour over chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Stir in spinach during the last 30 minutes of cooking until wilted.
  7. Serve hot over cooked egg noodles or pasta of choice.

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