Ingredients

• 4 x chicken breasts
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning (thyme, oregano & basil combined)
• 4 rashers of rindless bacon
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup cream
• 1 cup mozzarella, shredded
• Salt and pepper

Method

1. Season chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and salt and pepper, to taste.
2. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pan or pot over medium high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear both sides until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Set aside on a plate.
3. Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the same pan. Add onion and bacon, and sauté for 2 minutes. Add garlic, paprika, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and further sauté for another 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in tomato and chicken stock and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes.
4. Stir in milk and cream, mozzarella, spinach and crushed chili pepper flakes. Reduce heat to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is melted.
5. Add chicken back to the pan and simmer in the sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
6. Serve with rice, pasta, spiralised vegetables or a green salad.