Cheesy Bacon Chicken with Mustard Sauce 🍗🧀🥓
This dish is a savory blend of crispy bacon, juicy chicken, and a tangy mustard sauce, all topped with melted cheese for an irresistible meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled 🥓
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
For the Mustard Sauce:
1/4 cup Dijon mustard 🍯
1/4 cup heavy cream 🥛
2 tablespoons honey 🍯
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 🍎
1 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
1/2 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
Make the Mustard Sauce:
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add the Dijon mustard, heavy cream, honey, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Let the sauce cook for about 2-3 minutes, thickening slightly.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble the Dish:
Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning some of the mustard sauce over the top.
Sprinkle crumbled bacon over the chicken, followed by shredded cheddar cheese.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
Once done, remove from the oven and serve immediately. This dish goes wonderfully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad!
Tips:
For extra crunch, toast the bacon a little longer before crumbling it.
If you prefer a spicier sauce, add a dash of hot sauce to the mustard sauce for a kick.
You can use mozzarella or Swiss cheese in place of cheddar for a different flavor profile.
This Cheesy Bacon Chicken with Mustard Sauce combines creamy, tangy, and smoky flavors in one delicious dish! It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. 🍗🧀🥓