Flygande Jakob ("Flying Jacob" Swedish Baked Chicken, Chili-Cream, Banana & Roasted Peanuts) – Authentic Sweden Recipe
Created in 1976 and now a legendary Swedish family casserole combining savory chili-cream chicken with roasted peanuts.
- Country of Origin
- 🇸🇪 Sweden (Northern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- omnivore
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Tender shredded chicken breast, Roasted salted peanuts and crispy bacon/mushrooms, Steamed rice, Whipped savory chili-tomato cream sauce, Caramelized banana slices
Ingredients for Flygande Jakob ("Flying Jacob" Swedish Baked Chicken, Chili-Cream, Banana & Roasted Peanuts) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) tender shredded chicken breast, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups roasted salted peanuts and crispy bacon/mushrooms, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup steamed rice
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with whipped savory chili-tomato cream sauce
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Sweden seasoning (caramelized banana slices, black pepper)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, whipped savory chili-tomato cream sauce, and caramelized banana slices, black pepper for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine tender shredded chicken breast and roasted salted peanuts and crispy bacon/mushrooms with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with steamed rice and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.