Artichoke Chicken ( Sandra Lee, Semi-Homemade )

This recipe is from the August/September issue of Sandra Lee's magazine. It is so delicious and so unique. This is great for having company over as it is a great presentation, is tasty and is pretty easy to make. The lemon zest makes it as does the capers, spinach and bacon pieces. Oh so good. Impress the in-laws, dinner party guests or just you. Enjoy ChefDLH

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1⁄2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1  cup chicken broth
• 1 (14 ounce) can  quartered artichoke hearts, drained
• 1 (3 ounce) jar bacon, pieces (real not bits)
• 1  tablespoon capers
• 1  tablespoon lemon zest
• 2  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2  tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 (6 ounce) bag  fresh  Baby Spinach

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dip chicken in flour mixture; shake gently to remove any excess flour.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chicken, and cook for 3 to 8 minutes per side depending on pan, or until golden brown. Add chicken broth, artichokes, bacon, and capers; cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
4. Uncover, and stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and butter, scraping brown bits from bottom of pan with a wooden spoon.
5. Arrange spinach on a platter.
6. Spoon chicken and sauce over spinach.
7. Serve immediately.