Bacon Wrapped Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Bacon Wrapped Chicken recipe! Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are enveloped in smoky, crispy bacon, creating a perfect balance of flavor and texture that's a surefire crowd-pleaser. Infused with a savory blend of garlic powder, paprika, thyme, and black pepper, each bite delivers a burst of bold, comforting flavors. Quick to prepare and oven-baked to perfection in just 35 minutes, this dish is as easy as it is impressive. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a hearty, satisfying meal that's guaranteed to steal the show. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining, this Bacon Wrapped Chicken recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices bacon strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the chicken breasts by trimming any excess fat and patting them dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme to create a seasoning mixture.
Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over each chicken breast, making sure they are well coated.
Lay two slices of bacon on a flat surface, slightly overlapping.
Place one chicken breast at one end of the bacon slices and roll it up tightly, stretching the bacon slightly to overlap as you go.
Place the bacon-wrapped chicken seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Repeat the wrapping process with the remaining chicken breasts.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy and browned.
To ensure doneness, check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
Remove from the oven and let the bacon-wrapped chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with your favorite side dishes such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.8 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 166 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 889 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 59.9 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 557 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
