Best 8 Chard With Bacon Citrus Sauce Recipes

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Dive into a culinary journey where the earthy elegance of chard meets the smoky embrace of bacon, all harmonized in a zesty citrus sauce. This delightful dish tantalizes taste buds with its vibrant flavors, providing a perfect balance of textures and aromas. As you embark on this culinary adventure, discover the secrets to crafting a chard dish that will leave an unforgettable impression on your palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH BACON



Sauteed Swiss Chard with Bacon image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Olive oil, for pan
1 cup bacon, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 cloves garlic, smashed
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed and cut into 1/2-inch lengths, leaves cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
1/2 cup chicken or vegetable stock
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Coat a large saute pan lightly with olive oil and add the diced bacon, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Bring the pan to medium-high heat. When the garlic has turned a lovely golden brown, remove from the pan and discard. At this point the bacon should start to become brown and crispy. Add the Swiss chard stems and the stock and cook until the stock has mostly evaporated. Add the Swiss chard leaves and saute until they are wilted. Season with salt.

CHARD WITH BACON-CITRUS SAUCE



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Chard is a leafy veggie often used in Mediterranean cooking. I dress it with orange juice and bacon, and the family gobbles it up. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound thick-sliced peppered bacon strips
2 pounds rainbow Swiss chard, chopped
1 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons butter
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; drain on paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of drippings. Cut bacon into small pieces., Add chard to drippings; cook and stir just until wilted, 5-6 minutes. Add remaining ingredients; cook 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Top with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 655mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHARD WITH BACON DRESSING



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Mom would prepare this for us often when fresh chard from Dad's garden was plentiful. When I finally wrote down the recipe, Mom couldn't give me exact measurements, as all good cooks are guilty of. I think this recipe is based on traditional Mennonite/Pennsylania Dutch fare, since my Dad was from that region. A blast from the past!

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Chard

Time 10m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb chard leaves, chopped coarsely (can substitute kale, spinach or other greens such as mustard or turnip)
2 -3 slices bacon
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain well the chard to remove grit. Cut away stems and discard.
  • Fry up bacon slices until crisp. Transfer to paper towel and drain. Let cool, then crumble. Set aside. Reserve bacon fat.
  • On medium-high heat in frying pan, add the vinegar and sugar to the bacon fat and bring to boil. Boil for about 30 seconds. Make sure not to burn; reducing heat if necessary.
  • Reduce heat to medium, add the chopped chard and sautè 2-3 minutes until slightly wilted but not slimy.
  • Add the crumbled bacon. Stir well to coat with the bacon dressing. Transfer to platter and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.6, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 367.8, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 5.9, Protein 3.3

SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH BACON



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Here's an easy, quick and savory recipe for Swiss chard from zany, excellent Chef Anne Burrell. It's one of my favorites! Chard is one of the super leafy greens packed with minerals and vitamins as well as a healthy dose of fiber. It tastes a lot like spinach with a slightly stronger taste, depending on the cooking method. Use regular olive oil, not virgin, for best flavor. Reduce the amount of bacon if desired.

Provided by ninja

Categories     Chard

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

olive oil, enough to lightly coat pan
1 cup bacon, diced
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 bunch swiss chard, stems removed and cut into 1/2-inch lengths, leaves cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
1/2 cup chicken or 1/2 cup vegetable stock
kosher salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Coat a large saute pan lightly with olive oil and add the diced bacon, garlic, and crushed red pepper.
  • Bring the pan to medium-high heat. When the garlic has turned a lovely golden brown, remove from the pan and discard.
  • At this point the bacon should start to become brown and crispy. Add the Swiss chard stems and the stock and cook until the stock has mostly evaporated.
  • Add the Swiss chard leaves and saute until they are wilted. Season with salt and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.5, Fat 0.2, Sodium 204.7, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.1, Protein 1.8

BRAISED SWISS CHARD WITH BACON AND HOT SAUCE



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For this recipe, the greens taste best if sautéed just before serving, but you can cook the bacon and stems ahead; leave the pan on an unlit burner 'til go time.

Provided by Ann Redding

Categories     Bon Appétit     Thanksgiving     Side     Leafy Green     Chard     Bacon     Hot Pepper     Garlic     Braise     Vinegar

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large bunches rainbow chard
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons mild hot sauce
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 ounces bacon, finely chopped
1 large onion, chopped
8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Remove ribs and stems from Swiss chard leaves. Cut in half lengthwise, then slice crosswise into 2" pieces; set aside. Tear leaves into large pieces; set aside.
  • Combine vinegar, hot sauce, and brown sugar in a small bowl, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Set sauce aside.
  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium. Cook bacon, stirring often, until lightly browned and crisp, 7-10 minutes. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5-8 minutes. Add garlic and reserved chard stems; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until stems are crisp-tender, 7-10 minutes. Add reserved chard leaves a handful at a time, letting them wilt slightly before adding more. Add sauce and stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper if needed.

PAN FRIED SWISS CHARD



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This is a quick, easy, and tasty way to prepare fresh Swiss chard.

Provided by melanie

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon garlic paste
1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed, leaves cut into 1-inch pieces
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the chopped bacon in the skillet and cook until the fat separates from the meat. Melt the butter in the skillet. Stir in the lemon juice and garlic paste. Add the Swiss chard to the butter mixture. When the leaves begin to wilt, place a cover on the skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Allow the chard to cook while covered for about 4 minutes. Stir the chard leaves to coat with the butter mixture. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 60.5 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 732.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

LEMON-GARLIC RAINBOW CHARD



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I love greens, garlic, and lemon! This blends all three for an awesome-tasting side dish.

Provided by ISISILLUSION

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 bunches rainbow chard, trimmed and rinsed
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 cloves garlic, sliced, or to taste
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Separate the stems of the chard from the leaves. Cut the leaves into thin strips and set aside. Thinly slice the stems.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Stir in the sliced garlic, red pepper flakes, and chard stems, and cook for 3 minutes until the flavor of the garlic mellows and the stems begin to soften. Stir in the shredded chard leaves, cover, and cook 5 minutes over medium-low heat. Stir, recover, and continue cooking until the chard is tender. Toss with lemon juice to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 363.9 mg, Sugar 2 g

BACON AND SWISS CHARD PASTA



Bacon and Swiss Chard Pasta image

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Pasta     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Dinner     Vinegar     Bacon     Spring     Summer     Family Reunion     Chard     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound linguine
12 ounces bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
1 very large red onion, halved, sliced (about 6 cups)
2 large bunches Swiss chard, stemmed, chopped (about 12 cups)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook linguine in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, cook bacon in heavy large pot over medium heat until beginning to crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Drain all but 2 tablespoons bacon drippings from skillet. Add onion and saut over medium-high heat until softened, about 7 minutes. Add Swiss chard and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add pasta cooking liquid to skillet. Toss until chard is wilted and tender, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle vinegar over; cook 1 minute.
  • Add linguine and oil to sauce in pot and toss to coat. Transfer to large bowl. Sprinkle with bacon and cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh Swiss chard. You can find it at most grocery stores in the produce section.
  • If you don't have bacon on hand, you can substitute pancetta or diced ham.
  • Use a good quality white wine for the sauce. A dry Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio will work well.
  • Don't overcook the Swiss chard. It should be tender but still have a bit of a crunch.
  • Serve the Swiss chard with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted potatoes, rice, or pasta.

Conclusion:

This Swiss chard with bacon and citrus sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this recipe a try.

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