Creating Bacon & Gravy Smothered Chicken is simple when you follow these steps:

1. Prep the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2. Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
3. Sear the Chicken: In the same skillet, add olive oil if necessary. Sear the chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, whisk in the flour to the drippings, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes. Slowly add the chicken broth, whisking to combine and prevent lumps.
5. Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes until the gravy thickens.
6. Combine: Return the chicken and cooked bacon to the skillet, spooning the gravy over the top. Allow to simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.