Description
This bacon-wrapped chicken recipe combines savory bacon and sweet brown sugar for a delightful meal that is easy to prepare and serves as the perfect comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix together brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika (if using), and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Wrap each chicken breast with two slices of bacon, tucking the ends underneath to secure.
- Sprinkle and gently press the brown sugar mixture evenly over each bacon-wrapped chicken breast, ensuring every bite is seasoned.
- Place the wrapped chicken in the prepared baking dish. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the bacon turns crispy.
- Broil on high for 1–2 minutes for added caramelization while keeping a close watch to prevent burning.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For more flavor, consider marinating the chicken with garlic powder and smoked paprika before wrapping with bacon. Adjust broiling time for desired crispiness of bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: bacon chicken recipe, sweet savory chicken, comfort food, easy chicken dinner