Skillet Chicken and Asparagus with Provolone Cheese Sauce and Bacon

Directions

Heat 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil in 12-inch in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season both sides of chicken evenly with salt and pepper and Italian seasoning. Cook chicken in skillet about 5 minutes per side, or until center registers 165 degrees. Remove chicken from skillet cover with foil to keep warm. While chicken is cooking, in medium non-stick skillet cook bacon over medium-high heat, tossing occasionally until cooked through, about 6 - 8 minutes, drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Heat remaining 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil in skillet that was used to cook chicken over medium heat. Add asparagus, season lightly with salt and cook, tossing occasionally until tender crisp, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer. While asparagus is cooking, in a small saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Add in flour and cook and stir constantly, 1 minute. Pour in milk, season with salt and bring mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in provolone, and parmesan, whisking well until melted . Plate chicken and asparagus, drizzle over provolone cheese sauce and sprinkle with bacon and pepper. Serve warm.