Pioneer Woman Hasselback Chicken

Pioneer Woman’s Hasselback Chicken recipe combines boneless, skinless chicken breasts with seasoned salt, cheese, bacon, and pickled jalapenos. It takes around 30 minutes to make and serves 4.

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🧡 Why You’ll Love This Hasselback Chicken Recipe:

Easy Customization: You can easily customize this recipe to suit your taste preferences by choosing your favorite cheese, seasoning, and level of spice with the jalapenos.
Quick and Convenient: With just a few simple steps and minimal prep time, you can have a mouthwatering meal ready to serve in under 30 minutes.
Family-Friendly: This recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family, combining classic ingredients in a fun and flavorful way.

❓ What Is Pioneer Woman Hasselback Chicken Recipe?

Pioneer Woman’s Hasselback Chicken is a dish made by cutting slits in chicken breasts and stuffing them with cheese, bacon, and pickled jalapenos, then baking until cooked through.

🍗 Pioneer Woman Hasselback Chicken Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
seasoned salt, Italian seasoning, or all-purpose seasoning of choice , if the seasoning you’re using doesn’t contain salt, sprinkle some salt over each chicken breast.
12 slices cheese of choice , cut in half (e.g. Swiss cheese, Cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, provolone, pepper jack, etc.)
12 slices bacon OR Canadian bacon OR smoked ham , cut in half
24 slices pickled jalapenos (click link for homemade pickled jalapenos!); if you don’t like heat you can substitute roasted bell peppers or sun-dried tomatoes (add a basil leaf in each slit)

🍠 How To Make Pioneer Woman Hasselback Chicken

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Cut six slits into each chicken breast, but don’t cut all the way through. Leave about a quarter-inch thickness at the bottom.
Sprinkle some salt and pepper, or your favorite seasoning, on each chicken breast.
Get 24 pieces of cheese and 24 pieces of bacon or ham ready.
Put a piece of cheese into each slit, then add a piece of bacon or ham (fold it if needed), and a slice of pickled jalapeno.
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a greased casserole dish.
Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Serve with a green salad or your favorite veggies for a low-carb meal. If you want to add carbs, you can have roasted potatoes, mashed potatoes, or seasoned rice on the side.

💭 Recipe Tips:

Use a sharp knife for clean cuts into the chicken.
Adjust the amount of jalapenos based on your spice preference.
Secure the bacon or ham with toothpicks if needed to prevent it from unraveling during baking.

🥗 What To Serve With Hasselback Chicken?

You can serve hasselback chicken with Spinach Strawberry Salad, Mediterranean Artichoke Dip, Whiskey Carrots, Tennessee Onions, or Chipotle Salsa.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Hasselback Chicken?

In the fridge: store leftovers hasselback chicken in an airtight container for 3 days.
In the freezer: Wrap leftovers Hasselback chicken tightly in foil or plastic wrap and store for 2 months.

🥵How To Reheat Leftovers Hasselback Chicken?

In the oven: reheat leftovers hasselback chicken for 3 minutes at 350°F.
In the microwave: heat leftovers hasselback chicken on medium power for 2-3 minutes.
On the stove: warm leftovers hasselback chicken gently in a skillet over low heat for 1 minute.
In the air-fryer: reheat leftovers hasselback chicken at 350°F for 5 minutes.

FAQ’S:

What Type Of Oil Is Best For Cooking The Sausage And Shallots?

Olive oil is best for cooking the sausage and shallots because it adds flavor and has a high smoke point, which helps prevent burning.

How Can I Make Hasselback Chicken Crispy?

To make crispy Hasselback chicken, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Make thin slices along the top of chicken breasts without cutting all the way through.

Can I Use Frozen Spinach Instead Of Fresh?

Yes, you can use frozen spinach instead of fresh. Thaw the frozen spinach and squeeze out excess moisture before adding it to your dish. Frozen spinach works well in recipes like this where it will be cooked down.

How Can I Make Chicken Moist?

To make chicken moist, consider brining it before cooking. Brining involves soaking the chicken in a solution of water, salt, and sometimes sugar, which helps it retain moisture during cooking. Another method is marinating the chicken in a mixture of oil, herbs, and acid like lemon juice or vinegar.