Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts in Chardonnay
Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts in Chardonnay pairs tender, pan-braised sprouts with smoky bacon, butter, and a splash of white wine for a rich, gently peppery finish. The edges caramelize while the center stays juicy, creating a balanced bite that’s both comforting and bright. Serve this versatile side for weeknight dinners, holiday spreads, or alongside roasted meats.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts in Chardonnay, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 63 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 19
- Heart Health
- 82
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 40
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Melt the butter with the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion and the garlic in the butter mixture until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes; add the Brussels sprouts and sauté until the edges are slightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes.
- 2
Sprinkle the bacon, chicken bouillon, red pepper flakes, and black pepper over the sprouts mixture; stir and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in the wine.
- 3
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the sprouts reach your desired tenderness, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Calories 195.29 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 9.36 g Moderate 19%
- Carbohydrate 11.64 g 4%
- Total Fat 13.7 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 5.91 g High 30%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 24.36 mg Moderate 8%
- Sodium 715.25 mg High 31%
- Dietary Fiber 4.67 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 2.48 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 38.82 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.29 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 535.04 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin A 59.89 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 96.46 mg Good Source 107%
- Vitamin D 0.05 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Bacon Braised Brussels Sprouts in Chardonnay is made with 10 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Butter, and Chardonnay White Wine. Each serving provides about 195.29 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts in Chardonnay made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Butter, Chardonnay White Wine, Chicken Bouillon. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts in Chardonnay?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 195.29 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts in Chardonnay easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts in Chardonnay healthy?
- Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts in Chardonnay has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 195.29 calories and 9.36 g of protein, or 19% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 715.25 mg (31% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.91 g (30% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Sulfites, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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