Oven-Ready
Chesapeake-Bay Chicken Cornbread Bake
with corn, leeks, and bacon
Prep & Cook Time: 45-55 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
- Protein-Packed
Chef
Laura Alpern
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 10 oz. Diced Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 4 oz. Corn Muffin Mix
- 3 oz. Frozen Corn
- 2 oz. Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 oz. Bacon Bits
- 1 oz. Leeks
- ½ oz. AP Flour
- 2 tsp. Chicken Broth Concentrate
- 1 tsp. Chesapeake Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories720
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Carbohydrates68g
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Net Carbs65g
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Fat28g
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Protein48g
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Sodium1960mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Pepper
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using diced chicken thighs, pat dry. Cook in a medium non-stick pan with 2 tsp. olive oil over medium heat until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes. Don't worry about trimming. Excess fat will render while cooking and add flavor.
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1 Start the Chicken and Leeks
Pat chicken dry.
Combine chicken and leeks in provided tray and toss with 1 tsp. olive oil and a pinch of pepper. Spread into an even layer.Bake uncovered in hot oven, 15 minutes.Chicken will finish cooking in a later step.While chicken and leeks bake, continue recipe. -
2 Add the Cornbread Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine corn muffin mix, half the cheese (reserve remaining for topping), and 1/4 cup water. Stir until a thick batter forms. If too thick, add additional water, 1 tsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
After 15 minutes, carefully remove tray from oven and drain any excess liquid. Stir corn, bacon, chicken base, cream base, Chesapeake seasoning, flour, 1 cup water, and a pinch of salt and pepper into tray until combined.Top with 5-7 corn muffin batter dollops, evenly spaced. -
3 Finish the Meal
Bake uncovered in hot oven until cornbread is golden-brown and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 22-27 minutes.
Carefully remove from oven. Bon appétit!
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