Cheddar Cheese Chicken with Bacon
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheddar Cheese Chicken with Bacon recipe, a mouthwatering blend of tender, golden-seared chicken breasts, gooey melted cheddar, and crispy bacon. Seasoned with an irresistible mix of paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper, the chicken is first pan-seared to lock in flavor, then baked to perfection beneath a cheesy, bacon-wrapped topping that’s as indulgent as it is easy to make. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. Ideal for family dinners or a crowd-pleasing weeknight meal, this one-pan wonder delivers bold flavors with minimal cleanup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 pieces bacon strips
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden-brown. Remove the skillet from heat but leave the chicken in the pan.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.
Lay 2 strips of bacon crosswise over each chicken breast, tucking the ends underneath.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the bacon is crisp.
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
552 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 1069 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 67.0 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 597 mg | 13% | |
*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.
