Savory Swiss Chicken Bake
Equipment
- 9" x 13" baking dish
- mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingrediënten
- 4 whole chicken breasts boned, skinned, and halved
- 8 thin slices Smithfield ham prosciutto may be substituted
- 8 thin slices Swiss cheese
- 1 can mushroom soup undiluted
- ½ pint sour cream
- Fresh mushrooms sliced
- ¼ cup sherry or Madeira
- Paprika for sprinkling
Instructies
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mushroom soup, sour cream, sherry or Madeira, and sliced mushrooms.
- Mix well.
Assemble the Dish:
- Place the chicken breasts in a 9" x 13" baking dish.
- Cover each chicken breast with a slice of Smithfield ham.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, reserving a small amount for later use.
- Sprinkle paprika over the chicken.
Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the chicken is cooked through.
Add Cheese:
- Remove the baking dish from the oven.
- Uncover the chicken and place a slice of Swiss cheese on top of each chicken breast.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the cheese.
Finish Baking:
- Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional couple of minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this indulgent Chicken St. Stevens with a medium-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Pinot Gris. The wine's crisp acidity and fruity notes will complement the richness of the dish, balancing its flavors beautifully.Nutritional Information
Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 35 g | Fat: 21 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 3 g
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