Bacon-wrapped chicken with leeks, peas and basil recipe – a delicious recipe with chicken, basil, bacon, vegetable, leeks, chicken stock. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Meat & Poultry
Servings:persons
1
Season the chicken with black pepper, put one basil leaf on top of each piece, then wrap tightly with a rasher of bacon.
2
Tuck the bacon into itself to stop it unravelling.
3
Heat the oil in a large shallow casserole or frying pan.
4
Add the chicken and fry for 5 minutes on each side until the bacon is golden.
5
Remove to a plate.
6
Add the leeks to the pan and soften in the bacon juices for 5 minutes.
7
Return the chicken pieces, basil-side up, pour in the stock, then cover the pan and simmer for 25 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
8
Tear half of the basil into the sauce, stir in the peas, then simmer for a few more minutes until the peas are tender and bright.
9
Check the seasoning then scatter the rest of the basil over the dish.
10
Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
1383
kcal
Calories
91
g
Fat
10
g
Carbs
124
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken leg quarters, skinned and cut into thighs and drumsticks, 1 handful fresh basil, 8 thin rashers smoked streaky bacon, 1 tsp vegetable or sunflower oil, and more.
Yes, Bacon-wrapped chicken with leeks, peas and basil recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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