Chicken with Cider and Bacon Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Chicken with Cider and Bacon Sauce
45 min.
4
266kcal

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our vibrant Chicken with Cider and Bacon Sauce! This dish marries savory chicken breasts with the sweet, aromatic undertones of unsweetened apple cider and the irresistible crunch of crispy bacon. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, it’s not only a feast for the taste buds but also a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a meal that will impress your family and friends alike. The dish offers a balanced caloric profile at 266 kcal per serving, making it a nutritious choice for lunch or dinner. With succulent chicken seared in flavorful bacon drippings and a luscious sauce that combines the essence of fresh onion and the depth of chicken broth, every bite is a burst of gourmet flavor. You’ll find the combination of juicy chicken and rich, tangy sauce so enticing that you’ll be coming back for seconds!

Whether you’re preparing a weekday dinner or a special occasion meal, this Chicken with Cider and Bacon Sauce is sure to become a household favorite. Experience the comforting warmth of home-cooked goodness as you gather around the table with loved ones, savoring every moment shared over this delicious dish.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup apple cider unsweetened
  • slices bacon chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup less-sodium chicken broth fat-free
  • 0.3 cup onion fresh minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 24 ounce chicken breast halves boneless skinless

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • plastic wrap
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
  2. Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp.
  4. Remove bacon from pan.
  5. Add chicken to drippings in pan; cook 6 minutes on each side or until done.
  6. Remove chicken from pan; keep warm.
  7. Add onion to pan; cook 2 minutes or until tender, stirring constantly.
  8. Add cider and broth; bring to a boil, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Cook until broth mixture is reduced to 1/2 cup (about 5 minutes). Stir in cooked bacon; serve sauce over chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories266kcal
Protein59.08%
Fat31.25%
Carbs9.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.94
Glycemic Load
2.22
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
17.433043399583%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.55mg
Epicatechin
2.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:265.58kcal
13.28%
Fat:8.89g
13.68%
Saturated Fat:2.44g
15.27%
Carbohydrates:6.19g
2.06%
Net Carbohydrates:5.9g
2.15%
Sugar:4.72g
5.25%
Cholesterol:116.12mg
38.71%
Sodium:533.72mg
23.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.82g
75.64%
Vitamin B3:18.39mg
91.94%
Selenium:57.37µg
81.95%
Vitamin B6:1.33mg
66.38%
Phosphorus:382.36mg
38.24%
Vitamin B5:2.55mg
25.55%
Potassium:720.64mg
20.59%
Magnesium:49.26mg
12.31%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.49%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.35%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.67%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.53%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.59%
Iron:0.8mg
4.45%
Vitamin C:3.18mg
3.85%
Copper:0.07mg
3.35%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.52%
Folate:9.01µg
2.25%
Calcium:16.67mg
1.67%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.43%
Fiber:0.29g
1.16%
Vitamin A:56.43IU
1.13%
Source:My Recipes