Paleo Hunter's Chicken

Discover the rustic charm of Paleo Hunter's Chicken, a hearty, flavor-packed dish perfect for those seeking a wholesome, grain-free supper option. This paleo-friendly twist on the classic Hunter's Chicken features tender, seared chicken breasts enveloped in a smoky, savory tomato-based sauce infused with crispy bacon, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic thyme. Finished in the oven for a perfectly juicy result, this dish combines bold flavors with simple, natural ingredients. Ready in under an hour, it’s an ideal choice for easy weeknight dinners or cozy weekend meals. Serve this paleo delight with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete, satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 slices bacon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 200 grams mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 400 grams canned tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve the bacon fat in the skillet.

Step 3

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sear the chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned but not cooked through. Transfer to a baking dish.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, onion, and garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 5

Add the mushrooms and sauté for an additional 5 minutes until they have released their moisture and started to brown.

Step 6

Stir in the fresh thyme leaves, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and smoked paprika. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Crumble the cooked bacon into the sauce and stir until well combined.

Step 8

Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts in the baking dish, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature of 75°C or 165°F).

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with a side of your choice such as steamed vegetables or a crisp salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1558.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2012.9

Total Fat 88.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.0g
Cholesterol 663.0mg	0%
Sodium 4514.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 250.9g	0%

Vitamin D 37.2IU	0%
Calcium 284.9mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 4155.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 50.8%

Carbs: 8.7%