Creamy Chicken and Bell Pepper
Cheese Grits and Steamed Broccoli
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 Tbsp butter
- ¾ lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1½ Tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp; drain on paper towels, reserving ½ Tbsp drippings in skilllet.
- Melt butter with drippings in skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken, bell pepper, onions and garlic to skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until chicken is done.
- Stir in flour and thyme; cook, stirring, 2 minutes.
- Stir in broth; cook 5 minutes or until thickened and bubbly.
- Stir in lemon juice. Serve over grits, and top with bacon.
Side Dish Ingredients
- ¾ cup quick-cooking grits
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 (10-oz) pkg frozen broccoli
Side Dish Instructions
- Cook grits according to package directions.
- Stir in cheese, butter, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Steam broccoli according to package directions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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