Description
Creamy beer cheese chicken delights taste buds with its rich, savory flavors dancing across tender meat. Crispy bacon crumbles add delectable texture, making this comfort dish a perfect meal that pulls you into pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices bacon (chopped)
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup beer (lager or ale)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley or chives (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Render the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the rendered fat.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Sear in the bacon drippings combined with olive oil for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until aromatic and lightly golden, approximately 45-60 seconds.
- Introduce Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet. Dust flour over the mixture, stirring continuously to create a smooth roux for about 1 minute.
- Gradually pour beer and chicken broth into the skillet, using a whisk to incorporate and deglaze the pan. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until the liquid reduces and slightly thickens.
- Incorporate heavy cream and cheddar cheese, stirring until the cheese melts completely and creates a velvety, uniform sauce.
- Nestle the seared chicken back into the skillet, coating each piece generously with the creamy beer cheese sauce. Allow to warm through for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with crisp bacon pieces and freshly chopped herbs. Serve immediately while the sauce is hot and bubbling.
Notes
- Cook bacon slowly over medium-low heat to achieve maximum crunchiness without burning, ensuring perfect texture every time.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature reaches 165°F for perfectly cooked, juicy chicken breasts.
- Swap wheat flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour blend to make the recipe suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Choose a mild lager or amber ale that complements the cheese without overpowering the dish’s delicate flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg