Creamy Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Savory Sauce
This delightful Creamy Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Savory Sauce is an irresistible combination of juicy chicken breasts, luscious bacon, and a rich, creamy sauce made from cream of chicken soup and sour cream. Perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is a flavorful feast that pairs beautifully with baked or mashed potatoes, soaking up every drop of the decadent sauce to complete your meal.
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Servings
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Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 (None)
Bacon
8 (None)
Cream of chicken soup
20 (Cans, total 20 ounces)
Sour cream
16 (Ounces)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup and sour cream until smooth and creamy. Set aside for later use.
3
On a clean work surface, take one boneless, skinless chicken breast and wrap it snugly with two slices of bacon. Secure the ends of the bacon with toothpicks if necessary. Repeat this process with the remaining chicken breasts.
4
Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts in a single layer in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
5
Evenly pour the cream soup and sour cream mixture over the bacon-wrapped chicken, ensuring each piece is thoroughly covered with the sauce.
6
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake, uncovered, for approximately 1 hour, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
7
Once done, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Discard toothpicks if used.
8
Serve the bacon-wrapped chicken alongside baked or mashed potatoes, and spoon the leftover cream sauce over the potatoes for a delightful accompaniment.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in this recipe?
The main protein in this recipe is boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
How many chicken breasts are required?
You will need 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this dish.
How much bacon is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 8 slices of bacon.
How many bacon slices should I wrap around each chicken breast?
You should wrap two slices of bacon snugly around each chicken breast.
What are the ingredients for the savory sauce?
The sauce is made by combining cream of chicken soup and sour cream.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How long does the chicken need to bake?
The chicken should be baked for approximately 1 hour.
Should the baking dish be covered or uncovered?
The dish should be baked uncovered.
What size baking dish should I use?
A 9x13-inch baking dish is recommended for this recipe.
How much cream of chicken soup is needed?
You will need 20 ounces of cream of chicken soup.
How much sour cream is used in the sauce?
The recipe requires 16 ounces of sour cream.
How do I secure the bacon on the chicken?
You can use toothpicks to secure the ends of the bacon if necessary.
Should the chicken be arranged in a specific way in the dish?
Yes, place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts in a single layer.
When should I remove the toothpicks?
Discard the toothpicks after the chicken has cooled for a few minutes before serving.
What is the best way to serve this chicken?
Serve it alongside baked or mashed potatoes, spooning the extra sauce over them.
How do I know when the chicken is done?
The chicken is done when it is fully cooked through and the bacon has become crispy.
Is the chicken skinless in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
How many main ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 4 main ingredients: chicken, bacon, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream.
Can I use the leftover sauce?
Yes, the leftover cream sauce is excellent when spooned over potato side dishes.
How do I prepare the sauce?
In a medium bowl, combine the soup and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
What is the description of the sauce flavor?
The sauce is described as rich, creamy, and savory.
Is this recipe suitable for guests?
Yes, it is described as perfect for both cozy family dinners and entertaining guests.
What is the texture of the bacon after baking?
The bacon should be crispy after the one-hour baking period.
Should I rest the meat after cooking?
Yes, let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.
What type of soup is specified?
Cream of chicken soup is used for this specific recipe.
Do I need to grease the baking dish?
The instructions do not specify greasing the dish, as the sauce and bacon provide fat.
Can I use mashed potatoes as a side?
Yes, mashed potatoes are a perfect accompaniment for soaking up the sauce.
Does this dish have a category?
It is tagged as a dinner and comfort food recipe.
How should the sauce be applied to the chicken?
Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is thoroughly covered.
Is this recipe considered a family meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a family meal and described as a flavorful feast for the family.