Description
Garlic bacon chicken delivers a mouthwatering combo that’ll make your dinner table sizzle with excitement. Crispy bacon and tender chicken create a delicious meal that brings comfort and flavor to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast, halved lengthwise
- 2 slices center-cut bacon
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Fire up your oven to a precise 375°F, creating the perfect environment for transforming your chicken into a flavor-packed masterpiece.
- Blend 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp chili powder, ⅛ tsp salt, and ⅛ tsp pepper into a vibrant spice mixture that will coat your chicken with robust flavor.
- Slice your 8-oz chicken breast lengthwise, creating two even portions that will cook evenly and absorb the seasoning beautifully.
- Carefully drape each chicken piece with a single slice of center-cut bacon, securing the edges with a toothpick to ensure a snug wrap.
- Heat 1 tsp olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, then gently place your bacon-wrapped chicken into the sizzling pan.
- Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side, developing a golden-brown exterior that promises delicious caramelization.
- Transfer the skillet directly into the 375°F oven and bake for 8 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through gently.
- Remove the skillet and drizzle 1 Tbsp honey over the chicken, creating a sweet glaze that will complement the smoky bacon.
- Return to the oven for a final 3-4 minutes, letting the honey caramelize and the bacon crisp to perfection.
- Check that your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before removing from the oven, ensuring both safety and succulence.
Notes
- Searing the chicken before baking creates a delicious golden crust that locks in moisture and adds extra flavor.
- Use thick-cut bacon for the best texture and ensure it gets crispy without burning during the final honey-glazed bake.
- Check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F with a meat thermometer to guarantee it’s fully cooked and safe to eat.
- For a lower-carb version, swap honey with sugar-free maple syrup or skip the sweet glaze and use a dash of smoked salt instead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg