Peg'S Chicken
A hearty chicken dish featuring bacon-wrapped breasts topped with a creamy mushroom sauce, perfect for comforting family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Grease a shallow baking dish.
- Sprinkle the bottom of the pan with chipped beef, cut into small pieces.
- Wrap each chicken breast in one slice of bacon.
- Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts on top of the chipped beef in the dish.
- Mix the can of mushroom soup with sour cream and mushrooms.
- Pour the mushroom mixture over the top of the chicken pieces.
- Bake until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is heated through.
Tips & Substitutions
For a twist on flavor, consider adding some garlic powder or paprika to the chicken before wrapping it in bacon. If you're short on time, you can substitute the homemade chipped beef with a pre-packaged version to save effort. For a lighter option, use turkey bacon instead of regular bacon, and low-fat sour cream in the sauce.
Serving Suggestions
This dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables like green beans or a fresh salad such as Chef Salad In A Roll for a balanced meal. Serve over rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the creamy sauce, making it a hearty dish that satisfies any appetite.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, or microwave in short intervals, ensuring the chicken remains moist and doesn't dry out.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Peg'S Chicken contains roughly 249 calories, with 26g protein, 6g carbohydrates, and 13g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin D (68% of the Daily Value) and protein (52% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium. At about 249 calories per serving, it is a lighter, protein-rich choice.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make this dish spicier?
To add some heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper into the mushroom sauce before pouring it over the chicken. You can also use spicy bacon for an extra kick.
Can I prepare this dish in advance?
Absolutely! You can assemble the dish up to a day ahead, cover it tightly, and store it in the fridge. Just remember to add a few extra minutes to the baking time if it goes in cold.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).