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Hairy Bikers Balmoral Chicken Recipe

Hairy Bikers Balmoral Chicken Recipe

Recipe By Nicole Santa
Are you looking for a hearty, traditional Scottish meal? This Hairy Bikers Balmoral Chicken Recipe is the perfect choice for you.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Scottish
Servings 4
Calories 540 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Baking Tray
  • Sharp Chef Knife
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Frying Pan
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Kitchen String

Ingredients
  

  • Large Chicken Breasts 4
  • Haggis 150 g
  • Streaky Bacon 8 Slices
  • Heavy Cream 100 ML
  • Whisky 50 ML
  • Chicken Stock 100 ML
  • Black Pepper 1 Tsp
  • Olive Oil 1 Tbsp

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 200°C now. This ensures the oven is hot for roasting. Lightly grease your baking tray with olive oil.
  • Place the chicken breasts on the cutting board. Use your knife to cut a deep pocket. Do not cut all the way through the meat.
  • Take a small piece of the haggis now. Stuff it tightly into the chicken breast pocket. Press the edges of the meat together firmly.
  • Lay three bacon strips on the board flat. Place the stuffed chicken on top of them. Wrap the bacon tightly around the chicken breast.
  • Secure the bacon with a piece of string. Place the chicken on the prepared baking tray. Repeat this for all your chicken pieces now.
  • Bake the chicken for twenty-five to thirty minutes. The bacon should be golden and very crispy. Ensure the chicken is cooked through to the center.
  • Start the whisky sauce in your frying pan. Pour in the stock and the whisky carefully. Simmer it until the liquid reduces by half.
  • Stir in the heavy cream and black pepper. Let the sauce thicken over a low heat. Pour the warm sauce over the cooked chicken.

Notes

  • Use high-quality haggis for the best authentic flavor.
  • Do not overfill the chicken or it might leak.
  • Wrap the bacon tightly so it stays in place.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for perfect doneness.
  • Let the chicken rest for five minutes before serving.
  • Searing the bacon in a pan first adds crunch.
  • Fresh cracked pepper makes a big difference in sauce.
  • Use a mild whisky to avoid overpowering the cream.
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