Hunter’s Chicken
Our twist on a popular family favourite, Hunter's Chicken is perfect for people counting calories or following a diet plan like Weight Watchers! It's all of the flavour of a restaurant version, made far more slimming friendly…
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories314
- Carbs10g
- Protein42g
- Fat3g
- Saturates1g
- Sugars6g
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For the full list of ingredients and comprehensive instructions, please see the recipe card at the end of this post. Before you scroll, there’s important stuff to know in the blurb!
When you visit any chain restaurant or diner, you’ll usually find a variation on Hunter’s Chicken on the menu. They’re normally packed with calories and swimming in oil, so we’ve created our own version that recreates the flavours for a fraction of the calories!
We don’t know about you, but we LOVE cheese: any type, colour or strength, we enjoy them all. This recipe makes cheese the star of the show as it bubbles away on top of a rich, smoky sauce. In fact, our Hunter’s Chicken is so good we’re confident it will become a family favourite in no time.
There are a couple of ways of cooking Hunter’s Chicken to perfection; you can even prep it and pop in the slow cooker, so you can get on with your day and return home to a mouthwatering aroma filling the kitchen. Now that’s the kind of recipe we love!
What diets is this Hunter’s Chicken suitable for?
This Hunter’s Chicken recipe is suitable if you’re gluten free, as long as you swap out the following ingredients for gluten-free versions;
- Worcestershire Sauce
Please make sure to double or triple check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies.
Do you need any special ingredients or equipment to make Hunter’s Chicken?
As you know we like to make things easy, so you should have pretty much all of the ingredients in the cupboard already.
Franks Buffalo Wings Hot Sauce is one of our favourites as it’s smoky and delicious, and available in the spice aisle of most supermarkets but you can substitute it for any hot sauce, Tabasco or a pinch of chilli powder if you can’t find it.
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We use a stick blender like this to make the BBQ sauce, because they are so easy to use and (just as importantly) so easy to clean.
If you’re anything like us you’ll always have a pack of cocktails sticks lurking at the back of the cupboard, usually leftover from Christmas.
But if not you can pick some up from any supermarket or from Amazon.
How many calories are in this Hunter’s Chicken?
There are 314 calories in each portion of our slimming friendly Hunter’s Chicken recipe. This means it falls into our Everyday Light category.
This Hunter’s Chicken is perfect if you’re following a calorie controlled diet and fits well with any one of the major diet plans such as Weight Watchers.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Take each chicken breast, wrap a bacon medallion around the middle and secure it with a cocktail stick.
Step 2
Set the chicken aside, then add all of the remaining ingredients into an oven-proof dish with a tight fitting lid.
Step 3
Place the chicken on top and replace the lid. Cook for 1 hour at 180°C.
Step 4
When the time is up check that the chicken is cooked. Remove it from the dish and set aside.
Step 5
Blitz the sauce with a stick blender until smooth.
Step 6
Place the cooked chicken in an ovenproof dish and remove the cocktail sticks.
Step 7
Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts and top with cheese. Divide the cheese equally between all for chicken breasts.
Step 8
Place under a hot grill until the cheese is melted and a nice golden colour.
What should you serve with this Hunter’s Chicken?
Any of the following go really well with Hunter’s Chicken. It’s one of those dishes that goes with pretty much anything.
How do you know when this Hunter’s Chicken is cooked?
As with all chicken dishes, it will be cooked when the juices run clear after pricking the chicken with a fork.
This should take approx 1 hour in the oven.
Standard advice here in the UK is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and stayed at that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep your family safe.
How long can you keep Hunter’s Chicken in the fridge?
Once you’ve put it out, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you allow any left overs to cool, make sure to refrigerate them straight away, in a container with a lid. You can keep leftovers of Hunter’s Chicken in the fridge for approximately 2 or 3 days.
Can I freeze Hunter’s Chicken?
Yes you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;
- Freeze it as soon as it is cold enough.
- Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
Don’t forget to add a label with what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer! Unless you fancy mystery food for dinner haha.
How do I reheat Hunter’s Chicken?
From chilled: Place in a microwavable container with a loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot.
From frozen: Allow to defrost, and heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes then stir. Cook for a further 5-7 minutes until piping hot.
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Hunter’s Chicken
Our twist on a popular family favourite, Hunter's Chicken is perfect for people counting calories or following a diet plan like Weight Watchers! It's all of the flavour of a restaurant version, made far more slimming friendly...
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Prep Time
10 MINS
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Cook Time
1 HR
- KCals 314
- Carbs 10G
Instructions
- Take each chicken breast, wrap a bacon medallion around the middle and secure it with a cocktail stick.
- Set the chicken aside, then add all of the remaining ingredients into an oven-proof dish with a tight fitting lid.
- Place the chicken on top and replace the lid. Cook for 1 hour at 180°C.
- When the time is up check that the chicken is cooked. Remove it from the dish and set aside.
- Blitz the sauce with a stick blender until smooth.
- Place the cooked chicken in an ovenproof dish and remove the cocktail sticks.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts and top with cheese. Divide the cheese equally between all four chicken breasts.
- Place under a hot grill until the cheese is melted and a nice golden colour.
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SarahSaturday 2nd February 2019
Just made this and I have loads of sauce left over. Can I freeze the remaining sauce?
CarlySaturday 19th January 2019
Is it possible to use garlic powder? I’m funny with pieces of real garlic I find them so strong x
RachelWednesday 16th January 2019
Chicken came out of the oven really chewy 🙁 I did exactly as it said. Do you think 1hr was too long if it was chewy? Sauce was delicious. I will be trying again if I can get the chicken right, any suggestions?
Sami DaviesWednesday 31st October 2018
Im on hour 5 of this in the slow cooker on high and my chicken still isnt cooked ???? not sure what im doing wrong ? Should i just finish cooking the chicken in the oven?
Julia HicksWednesday 17th October 2018
Absolutely amazing
LeanneFriday 31st August 2018
Hi
If I was to double the amount of chicken would you double everything in the sauce?
Cooking for more people ????
MargaretSunday 15th July 2018
Love this recipe and others. Your website has been a godsend since joining SlimmingWorld and I honestly don’t think I would have the weight loss I’ve had it hadn’t been for your website. Thank you so much for all your hard work and sharing it with us.
Trish NickolsThursday 7th June 2018
Just had this for tea – absolutely delicious!!!! Thank you so much ????????????
Amy BorrillThursday 24th May 2018
How long would you keep this in a container in the fridge for? Thanks.
LucyWednesday 16th May 2018
I love this dish. Feels so naughty! I always make enough to have spares for the freezer. I usually serve with a side salad and potato brava for a fake away on a Saturday night ????
AmzWednesday 25th April 2018
I don’t have a slow cooker, or a dish with an air tight lid.. has anyone made this by wrapping the chicken breast in tin foil instead/ do you think this would work? thanks =)
LauraWednesday 25th April 2018
Thank you ????
LauraWednesday 25th April 2018
I want to cook this later today but just realised i haven’t got any of the franks buffalo wings hot sauce, would it be okay to use hot & smoky chipotle chilli sauce or I have Schwartz crushed chillies or cayenne pepper.? If these are ok as an alternative to franks sauce, how much should I use?
Many thanks
BethSunday 22nd April 2018
Hello, this recipe looks delicious and I’m thinking or trying it out one day this week. I was just wondering how many grams of fat are in 1 serving of this?
HannahWednesday 11th April 2018
Wanting to make this for 8 people using slow cooker. How long would you recommend cooking time if I double the recipe? TIA
JessieSaturday 7th April 2018
Amazing! I love it! I slightly reduce the amount of vinegar but other than that, it’s a great recipe! So easy and i’ve made it a number of times. Thanks so much PON!
Laura BartonWednesday 4th April 2018
Hi PON.
Just tried this for the first time and the whole family loved it! They said it was so lovely they had no idea it was a healthy recipe! This will definately be one of our favourites. Thank you very much for this and all the other recipes, I can’t wait to try more.
Trudie TMonday 2nd April 2018
I have made this numerous times now by both methods and it turns out perfect every time! The whole family love it! It is my go to recipe now. Thank you!
Mark LancasterWednesday 28th March 2018
Hi, I don’t have a blender, will a good whisking suffice?
Really want to try this.
Mark LancasterWednesday 28th March 2018
Thanks for the quick reply!
Found a cheap tall blender at asda when buying the ingredients. Didn’t think id find one as cheap as a fiver but thought would be worth it for the smoothness.
Currently in the slow cooker!
Annette HogwoodSunday 25th March 2018
Great recipe! Just made this in oven with chicken fillets and normal bacon (fat removed) so didn’t wrap them, just laid pieces on top of the sauce. Word of warning re blitzing sauce – be careful if your dish isn’t that deep or you will peddledash yourself & the kitchen! Served with mini SW roasties & carrots. ????
June ThomsonThursday 22nd March 2018
Omg this is amazing. Would defo recommend and will be making again. So tasty and so filling.
Jan knowlesSunday 18th March 2018
Hi love this recipe, but just trying it out on son in law who needs gluten free, Worcester sauce isn’t and neither was the bbqpowder( struggle to find Swarchz) I was going to use so just need to be aware thanks Jan
Jane pinchinWednesday 14th March 2018
All the family loved it
CarolFriday 2nd March 2018
I have pork fillet in the freezer, do u think I could us this rather than chicken?
LukeWednesday 28th February 2018
I have no bbq seasoning in, is there anything I can use a a substitute please
Philip StockThursday 22nd February 2018
Instantpot possible ??
C milesTuesday 20th February 2018
Can I use Tabasco instead of franks sauce? Or will it blow my head off lol
RachaelThursday 15th February 2018
I made this today and it was delicious, if I do say so myself!!! ????Even my husband enjoyed it!!! The chicken was perfectly moist and the sauce was very tasty. I will definitely be making it again ????
Linda ReillyMonday 5th February 2018
Hi, got to say thanks for such an excellent dish. The quantities, timing etc were perfect and the main thing, it was delicious – will certainly make again and will now be on the search for more of your recipes.
JessicaWednesday 31st January 2018
I’m making this now I have missed out lemon juice and buffalo sauce as I didn’t have these in but hopefully still tastes good can’t wait till it’s cooked for tea
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