Bacon-Wrapped Chicken
Indulge in the irresistible combination of smoky, savory flavors with this Bacon-Wrapped Chicken recipe—perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for entertaining guests. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper before being wrapped in crispy bacon that locks in moisture and adds a delectable crunch. A quick sear in an oven-safe skillet ensures beautifully golden edges, while baking in the oven guarantees juicy, perfectly cooked chicken. Garnished with fragrant fresh thyme, this easy-to-follow recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and serves up gourmet taste with minimal effort. Ideal for low-carb or keto diets, this dish pairs wonderfully with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 8 slices Bacon strips
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Rub the chicken pieces with olive oil to help the seasoning stick.
Evenly sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of each chicken breast.
Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, ensuring that the ends of the bacon are tucked underneath the chicken.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts in the skillet, starting with the bacon seam side down. Sear for 2-3 minutes until the bacon is starting to crisp, then flip and sear on the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1722 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.9 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 655 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 2775 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 238.4 g | 477% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2196 mg | 47% | |
*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.
