Chicken rolls in bacon with cheese
4 servings
40 minutes
Chicken and bacon rolls with cheese are an exquisite dish of French cuisine that captivates with a harmony of flavors and textures. Tender chicken fillet infused with the aromas of smoked bacon hides creamy cheddar inside that melts during baking, creating a delightful contrast. Legend has it that such rolls appeared in the aristocratic homes of France where chefs sought to combine simple ingredients with refined taste. This dish is perfect for both festive dinners and cozy family evenings. Baked to a crispy crust, the rolls topped with a spicy sauce made from ketchup and Worcestershire sauce provide gastronomic pleasure that leaves no one indifferent.
1
Mix ketchup and Worcestershire sauce, set aside.
- Ketchup: 2 tablespoons
- Worcestershire sauce: 1 tablespoon
2
Place each chicken thigh between two layers of film and gently roll with a rolling pin.
- Chicken thigh fillet: 4 pieces
3
Remove the film and place the chicken on the cutting board.
4
Place a slice of cheese in the middle of each piece of chicken and roll it up to keep the cheese inside.
- Cheddar cheese: 4 pieces
5
Lay 3 slices of bacon on a work surface so that their edges overlap, and wrap a chicken roll in them.
- Smoked bacon: 12 pieces
6
Repeat with the remaining rolls.
7
Preheat the oven to 180˚C.
8
Lay the rolls on baking paper.
9
Brush with the prepared sauce and bake for 25 minutes.
- Ketchup: 2 tablespoons
- Worcestershire sauce: 1 tablespoon