Smoky Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Spicy Cheddar Sauce
Elevate your dinner experience with these Smoky Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts, paired with a rich and creamy Spicy Cheddar Sauce. Inspired by the Deen Bros. cookbook 'Y'ALL COME EAT', this dish combines the savory flavors of crispy bacon with tender chicken, enhanced by the creaminess of cheddar cheese soup and a kick of chipotle peppers. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting weeknight meal, this recipe showcases the beauty of simple ingredients coming together to create something truly wonderful.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Bacon
8 slices (N/A)
Boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 (cut in half lengthwise, yielding 8 pieces) (Cut in half lengthwise)
Condensed cheddar cheese soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can (N/A)
Milk
1/3 cup (N/A)
Chopped canned chipotle peppers
1 teaspoon (or to taste) (N/A)
Bottled hot sauce
1 teaspoon (or to taste) (N/A)
Worcestershire sauce
1 dash (N/A)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
2
Take a slice of bacon and wrap it around each piece of chicken, securing them tightly. Place the wrapped chicken pieces on the lined baking sheet in a single layer.
3
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crisp. Once done, remove the chicken from the oven.
4
While the chicken is baking, prepare the cheese sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the condensed cheddar cheese soup, milk, chopped chipotle peppers (or hot sauce), and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together. Once simmering, remove from heat and keep the sauce warm.
5
After removing the chicken from the oven, preheat the broiler. Broil the bacon-wrapped chicken 4 to 5 inches from the heat source for 1 to 2 minutes, until the bacon is sizzling and golden brown.
6
Serve the crispy bacon-wrapped chicken immediately, drizzling the warm spicy cheddar sauce over the top for an added burst of flavor.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the inspiration for this Smoky Bacon-Wrapped Chicken recipe?
This recipe is inspired by the Deen Bros. cookbook titled 'Y'ALL COME EAT'.
How many servings does this recipe produce?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking the chicken?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How long should the bacon-wrapped chicken bake?
The chicken should bake for approximately 20 minutes or until cooked through and the bacon is crisp.
How many pieces of chicken are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, which are cut in half lengthwise to yield 8 pieces.
How much bacon is required?
You will need 8 slices of bacon, one for each piece of chicken.
What is the base of the spicy cheddar sauce?
The sauce is based on one 10.75-ounce can of condensed cheddar cheese soup.
How much milk is added to the cheese sauce?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of milk.
What provides the spicy kick in the sauce?
The heat comes from 1 teaspoon of chopped canned chipotle peppers or bottled hot sauce.
Is Worcestershire sauce used in this dish?
Yes, a dash of Worcestershire sauce is added to the cheddar sauce for extra flavor.
What is the suggested method for easy cleanup?
Lining a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil is recommended for easy cleanup.
Should the chicken be broiled?
Yes, after baking, the chicken should be broiled for 1 to 2 minutes to make the bacon sizzling and golden brown.
How far from the broiler should the chicken be placed?
The chicken should be placed 4 to 5 inches from the heat source.
How should the chicken be arranged on the baking sheet?
Place the wrapped chicken pieces in a single layer on the lined baking sheet.
How do you prepare the spicy cheddar sauce?
Combine the soup, milk, chipotle peppers, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
Can I adjust the spiciness of the sauce?
Yes, you can adjust the amount of chipotle peppers or hot sauce to your personal taste.
What is the final step before serving?
Drizzle the warm spicy cheddar sauce over the crispy bacon-wrapped chicken breasts.
What type of chicken is best for this recipe?
Boneless skinless chicken breasts are used for this recipe.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe falls under the 'Chicken Breast' category.
Is this recipe suitable for a weeknight meal?
Yes, it is described as a perfect comforting weeknight meal that is also impressive enough for guests.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 7 ingredients in this recipe.
How do you secure the bacon to the chicken?
The instructions suggest wrapping the bacon slice tightly around each piece of chicken.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include bacon-wrapped chicken, spicy chicken recipe, and comfort food.
Does the recipe provide nutritional information?
No, nutritional values such as calories, fat, and protein are not provided in this specific data.
What size saucepan should be used for the sauce?
A medium saucepan is recommended.
What texture should the sauce have?
The sauce should be rich, creamy, and warm.
How is the chicken prepared before wrapping?
Each chicken breast is cut in half lengthwise.
What should you do once the sauce begins to simmer?
Once simmering, remove it from the heat and keep it warm until the chicken is ready.
How is the flavor described?
The dish is described as combining savory crispy bacon with tender chicken and a creamy, spicy kick.
What is the recipe ID?
The recipe ID is smoky-bacon-wrapped-chicken-breasts-with-spicy-cheddar-sauce.