Are you looking for a delicious and easy way to cook chicken tournedos with bacon in the oven?
Look no further! This mouth-watering recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. With just a few simple steps, you can create a flavorful and juicy dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
So, grab your apron and let’s get cooking!
How To Cook Chicken Tournedos With Bacon In Oven?
To start, preheat your oven to 400°F. This high heat will help to crisp up the bacon and create a golden brown coating on the chicken tournedos.
Next, remove any chicken skin from each breast and discard. Sprinkle chili and garlic powder evenly over the chicken breasts for added flavor.
Take a slice of bacon and wrap it over the top of each breast, tucking the ends of the bacon underneath the sides of the chicken. It’s important to note that you should not wrap the bacon all the way around the chicken breast. Instead, wrap the bacon slices over the top of each breast and tuck each end of the bacon underneath. One slice of bacon cut in half horizontally is perfect for wrapping one large chicken breast.
Place the bundles in a greased 13×9” baking dish and brush each chicken breast with BBQ sauce for added flavor. Bake the chicken uncovered for 35-40 minutes depending on the size of the chicken breast. Baste once if desired while it bakes.
For an alternative cooking method, you can also cook your chicken tournedos with bacon on a BBQ grill. Preheat your grill to medium heat and cook for 20-25 minutes, changing sides midway through cooking.
Ingredients You Will Need
To make chicken tournedos with bacon in the oven, you will need the following ingredients:
– Chicken breasts: Choose large, boneless chicken breasts for this recipe.
– Bacon: Use thin-sliced bacon to wrap around the chicken breasts.
– Chili powder: This spice will add a subtle kick of heat to the dish.
– Garlic powder: Add flavor to the chicken with garlic powder.
– BBQ sauce: Brushing BBQ sauce on the chicken breasts will add a sweet and tangy flavor to the dish.
– Olive oil or nonstick cooking spray: To coat the baking dish and prevent sticking.
– Salt and pepper: To season the flour mixture for dredging the chicken.
– Herbes de Provence: This blend of herbs will add a fragrant and savory flavor to the chicken.
– Flour: Used for dredging the chicken before cooking.
– Shallots: These small onions will add a sweet and mild onion flavor to the dish.
– White wine: Adding white wine to the pan sauce will create a rich and flavorful sauce.
– Chicken stock: Use chicken stock to create a delicious pan sauce for the chicken tournedos.
Preparing The Chicken Tournedos
Preparing the chicken tournedos for this dish is an important step to ensure that they are cooked to perfection. To begin, season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Then, roll four pieces tightly into cigar-like logs and drape the top of each cigar-shaped piece with the remaining pieces of boneless thighs to form a round shape like a firm bun.
Wrap the side edges of each chicken “bun” with one slice of bacon, and secure the bacon to the chicken “bun” by snugly tying a piece of kitchen twine around the bacon. This will help keep the bacon in place during cooking.
Arrange the chicken on a parchment-lined medium-sized baking sheet, and lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil. Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
A few minutes before the chicken is done, top it with a glaze made by heating butter in a saucepan and sautéing shallots seasoned with salt and pepper until lightly browned. Add sherry and reduce it to three tablespoons, then add mustard, maple syrup, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce. Add cream and swirl for a minute or so until it thickens.
Pour some of the sauce over the chicken tournedos and baste to coat evenly. Return the chicken to the oven to finish cooking and to set the glaze for just a couple of minutes.
Once done, remove the string from the chicken and top the glazed tournedos with poppy seeds. Serve with remaining sauce on the side for extra flavor. With these steps, you can easily prepare delicious chicken tournedos with bacon in your oven.
Wrapping The Chicken With Bacon
Wrapping the chicken with bacon is a simple yet effective way to add flavor and moisture to your chicken tournedos. The bacon not only adds a smoky flavor but also helps to keep the chicken moist during cooking.
To wrap the chicken with bacon, start by laying a slice of bacon over the top of each chicken breast. Make sure that the bacon is long enough to cover the top of the breast and have enough length to tuck underneath the sides.
Next, tuck each end of the bacon underneath the sides of the chicken breast. This will help to keep the bacon in place during cooking and prevent it from unraveling.
It’s important to note that you should not wrap the bacon all the way around the chicken breast. This can cause uneven cooking and may result in undercooked or overcooked areas. Instead, focus on wrapping the bacon slices over the top of each breast and tucking each end underneath.
One slice of bacon cut in half horizontally is perfect for wrapping one large chicken breast. If you prefer a thicker layer of bacon, you can use two slices per breast.
Once you have wrapped your chicken breasts with bacon, place them in a greased baking dish or on a BBQ grill and cook according to your preferred method. Enjoy your delicious and moist chicken tournedos with bacon!
Cooking The Chicken Tournedos With Bacon In The Oven
If you prefer to cook your chicken tournedos with bacon in the oven, follow these simple steps.
First, preheat your oven to 350°F. Optional: Place a cooling rack on top of a rimmed baking sheet. After wrapping the chicken with bacon, place the chicken breast in a casserole dish, on a rimmed baking sheet, or on the prepared cooling rack. Put in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, drain off any excess bacon grease and return the chicken tournedos to the oven. Bake for another 10-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the bacon is crispy. For an extra crispy bacon coating, turn the oven to broil and broil for 2-4 minutes.
To check if the chicken is fully cooked, use an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of each tournedo. The temperature should read at least 165°F (74°C).
Once fully cooked, remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Top with a glaze made from butter, shallots, sherry, mustard, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, and cream for added flavor.
Serve your delicious chicken tournedos with bacon hot and enjoy!
Serving And Enjoying Your Delicious Meal
Once your chicken tournedos with bacon are fully cooked, it’s time to serve and enjoy your delicious meal.
You can serve your chicken tournedos with a variety of sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad. The crispy bacon and juicy chicken pair well with a side of creamy mashed potatoes or a crisp salad with a tangy vinaigrette.
To add an extra touch of flavor, you can drizzle some BBQ sauce over the chicken tournedos before serving. This will enhance the smoky flavor of the bacon and give the chicken a sweet and tangy kick.
As you take your first bite, savor the combination of tender chicken and crispy bacon. The spices used in the recipe will add depth to the flavors, making each bite a burst of savory goodness.
This dish is perfect for a family dinner or when you have guests over. The presentation is impressive, yet the dish is easy to make with minimal prep time. Your guests will be impressed by the delicious flavors and beautiful presentation of the chicken tournedos with bacon.
