**Savory Bacon Cheddar Chicken with Asparagus Cream Sauce: A Culinary Delight**
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our exceptional Bacon Cheddar Chicken with Asparagus Cream Sauce. This delectable dish combines the irresistible flavors of crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, tender asparagus, and a creamy sauce that will leave you craving for more. Each succulent bite offers a perfect balance of savory, cheesy, and earthy flavors. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or seeking a comforting weeknight meal, this recipe is guaranteed to impress. Discover the culinary magic of this dish and embark on a journey of flavor satisfaction. Additionally, our article features a collection of tantalizing recipes, including a refreshing Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette, a creamy Mushroom Risotto, and a decadent Chocolate Mousse for a sweet ending. Indulge in a culinary adventure and explore the symphony of flavors waiting for you.
CREAMY BACON CHICKEN
This creamy bacon chicken recipe is a decadent and delicious dinner that's easy enough for a weeknight and tasty enough for company. It's ready in about 30 minutes!
Provided by Natasha Bull
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the bacon up and add it to a skillet (I use kitchen shears to make this job quick). Fry it over medium-high heat until crispy (about 10 mins). Once the bacon is done, take it out of the pan and set it aside. Leave about 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat in the pan.
- Meanwhile, prep your chicken (cut it in half lengthwise so you have 4 smaller cutlets). Sprinkle them with the garlic powder and pepper and then coat them in the flour.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook it in the remaining bacon fat over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes/side or until it's golden. If it starts to splatter a lot, reduce the heat. Once the chicken is browned, take it out of the pan and set it aside.
- Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and butter to the pan. Let it bubble until it's reduced by half (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the cream and once it starts to bubble, add the chicken and bacon back into the pan. Cook for another 5 minutes or so until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce has reduced to your liking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Cholesterol 183 mg, Sodium 505 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BACON WRAPPED CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS
Make and share this Bacon Wrapped Chicken and Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by TishT
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400º F.
- Line baking sheet with heavy-duty foil.
- Pound out of the chicken to approximately 1/2" thickness.
- Place chicken and pesto in medium bowl; toss to coat.
- Cut asparagus to approx size of chicken roll (so that the asparagus will not peep out too much from the end).
- Place olive oil and Italian seasoning in a shallow pan or ziplock bag and toss asparagus until coated well.
- Place 3 asparagus spears and top with parmesan cheese.
- Roll chicken around asparagus and wrap each roll with a bacon strip (2 if necessary to get good coverage).
- Place, seam side down, in lined pan.
- Bake, uncovered, at 400ºF for 35-40 minutes or until juices run clear.
- Broil 6 inches from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until bacon is crisped.
- Enjoy.
CREAMY CHICKEN ASPARAGUS PASTA
This pasta is perfectly creamy and it has just the right amount added flavor from the parmesan, Neufchatel cheese and the garlic.
Provided by Jaclyn
Categories Main Course
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together basil, oregano, thyme and 1/4 salt and pepper. Sprinkle half of the herb mixture evenly over tops of chicken. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add chicken to skillet, herbed side down, then add remaining herb mixture to tops of chicken.
- Cook chicken until fully cooked through, about 8 - 12 minutes, occasionally rotating chicken (time will vary based on thickness of chicken breasts. If chicken is browning too quickly reduce heat to medium low as needed). Transfer cooked chicken to a plate, let rest 5 minutes then dice into pieces.
- Meanwhile cook pasta according to directions listed on package, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a clean skillet (large and deep), melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly, add garlic and cook 30 seconds longer, stirring constantly.
- While whisking, slowly pour in milk then cream (whisk vigorously to break up clumps). Season with salt and pepper to taste (a fair amount of each) and bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Once it reaches a boil and thickens, reduce heat to medium-low, add Neufchatel and parmesan cheese and cook, stirring frequently, until cheeses have melted.
- Toss in cooked pasta, then add cooked chicken, steamed asparagus and bacon and toss to evenly coat. Add in reserved pasta water as desired (it will thicken as it rests and the pasta will absorb the liquids, so add up to 1/2 cup as needed). Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 89 mg, Sodium 290 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS BAKE
You can greet guests with a taste of springtime when this chicken and asparagus casserole is on the menu. It bakes in just half an hour. People savor the rich cheesy sauce, and it freezes well, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the soup, mushrooms, milk, pimientos, soy sauce, pepper and pepper sauce. Stir in cheese until melted., In a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the chicken, asparagus and cheese sauce. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
BACON & CHEDDAR CHICKEN
Cheese and bacon don't usually come "light." But this tasty recipe keeps the fat and calories low and flavor high. This family friendly chicken bacon recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger group. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; reserve drippings., Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In same pan, brown chicken in drippings over medium heat, 3-4 minutes per side. Brush with 1/3 cup barbecue sauce. Transfer to oven; bake 8 minutes., Spoon remaining sauce over chicken; sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Bake until cheese is melted and a thermometer reads 165°, 4-6 minutes. Sprinkle with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 41g protein.
BARBECUE BACON CHEDDAR CHICKEN
I wanted to do something different with chicken,and this is what happened.If you decide to double this recipe,just use one egg.For a real barbecue type meal serve with baked beans and cole slaw.Submitted to "ZAAR" on November 21st, 2007.
Provided by Chef shapeweaver
Categories Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pound chicken breasts to 1/2 inch thickness( you could make them thinner to speed up cooking).
- Mix milk and egg in a shallow dish or bowl.
- Pour flour onto a plate.
- Place both chicken breasts in egg/milk mixture,coating well.
- Then coat each piece of chicken with flour.( coating each side well).
- Place both pieces in pre-heated oiled skillet.
- Fry until golden brown in color, about 10 to 15 minutes,drain oil from skillet if needed.
- Coat both sides of fried chicken with barbecue sauce.
- Place 1/8 cup of shredded cheese on each chicken breast, top with equal amounts of bacon.
- Cover with lid until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.3, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 205.2, Sodium 1394.1, Carbohydrate 40.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 11.1, Protein 41.7
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use high-quality bacon.
- To prevent the chicken from drying out, cook it over medium heat and do not overcook it.
- If you don't have asparagus, you can substitute another green vegetable, such as broccoli or green beans.
- To make the sauce creamier, add a tablespoon of heavy cream.
- Serve the chicken and asparagus with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Conclusion:
This bacon cheddar chicken with asparagus cream sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is tender and juicy, the asparagus is crisp and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and cheesy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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