Chicken fillet in bacon with garlic
4 servings
90 minutes
Chicken fillet wrapped in bacon with garlic is a true delight of Russian cuisine, where the juiciness of the meat combines with the spiciness of garlic and the crispy crust of bacon. This dish can be found on festive tables as it has a rich flavor and appetizing aroma. The fillet is infused with spices and garlic, while the bacon adds extra juiciness and a slight smoky note. Baked together with potatoes, it creates a harmonious blend of flavors for a hearty and cozy dinner. Serving with greens adds freshness and makes the dish even more appealing. This recipe is perfect for those who appreciate simple yet exquisite gastronomic pleasures.
1
Thoroughly rinse the chicken fillet and remove excess.
- Chicken fillet: 4 pieces
2
Peel the garlic (leave 3 cloves whole) and cut lengthwise.
- Garlic: 1 head
3
Sprinkle the fillet with seasoning and salt.
- Seasoning for chicken: to taste
- Salt: to taste
4
Make several cuts with a sharp knife.
5
Stuff the fillet with garlic.
- Garlic: 1 head
6
Wrap each piece with 1-2 strips of bacon, completely covering the fillet.
- Bacon: 300 g
7
Peel the potatoes, wash them, and cut into large wedges.
- Potato: 6 pieces
8
Put in a bowl, add mayonnaise, pepper, and salt, and mix.
- Mayonnaise: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
9
Pass the remaining garlic through a press and add it to the potatoes. Mix well.
- Garlic: 1 head
10
Place the fillet in the center of the baking dish and the potatoes around it.
11
Cover with foil and place in a preheated oven at 180 degrees. Bake for 40–50 minutes. Remove the foil 10 minutes before the end to brown the bacon.
12
Chop the greens finely.
- Green: 1 bunch
13
Sprinkle with greens before serving and place on the table.
- Green: 1 bunch