Heart-Healthy Bacon Wrapped Chicken
Indulge in the savory goodness of Heart-Healthy Bacon Wrapped Chicken, a guilt-free twist on a comfort food classic! This recipe features lean boneless, skinless chicken breasts wrapped in crispy turkey bacon and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Sear the bundles for a golden-brown crust before baking them to juicy tenderness in the oven. Paired with a vibrant side of baby spinach lightly dressed in fresh lemon juice, this dish combines high-protein satisfaction with a dose of leafy greens for a nourishing and flavorful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or a wholesome dinner party menu, this heart-healthy recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and is bound to impress with its balance of taste and nutrition!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices Turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 100 grams Baby spinach leaves
- 1 whole Lemon
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Season each chicken breast with garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, and salt.
Step 3
Lay 2 slices of turkey bacon on a clean surface, slightly overlapping.
Step 4
Place a chicken breast on top of the bacon and wrap the bacon around the chicken. Repeat for the remaining chicken breasts.
Step 5
Heat olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 6
Add the wrapped chicken breasts to the skillet, searing for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bacon is crisp and brown.
Step 7
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 8
While the chicken is baking, prepare the spinach lemon side. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the baby spinach in a bowl, tossing gently to coat.
Step 9
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Step 10
Serve the chicken with the lemony spinach on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (979.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1784.0 |
| Total Fat 76.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g | |
| Cholesterol 726.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3558.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.8g | |
| Protein 246.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 49.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 350.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3097.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories