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    Home » Main Dishes » Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

    Published: Dec 13, 2021 · Modified: Dec 21, 2021 by Ajoke · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

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    Bacon wrapped chicken breast recipe! Boneless skinless chicken breast wrapped in bacon with simple spices, then baked until juicy and tender and caramelized on the outside.

    This bacon chicken recipe is simple, easy, and quick. A versatile chicken dish that you can serve with everything, anything. I love to serve it with some salad and roasted potatoes. Dinner doesn't get easier than this, let's get cooking

    cooked bacon wrapped chicken in a baking dish.

    Juicy chicken breast recipe

    Are you looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that is packed with flavor, something your whole family would enjoy? this chicken breast and bacon recipe is the way to go. Not only does it take 5 minutes of active prepping, but it also uses a handful of ingredients. This recipe is so easy even a child could make it.

    All you need to do is season the chicken, wrap the bacon around it, and bake in the oven. That is it! more importantly, clean-up is super easy with this one.

    This recipe is healthy, low carb, and gluten-free.

    Chicken breast seasoning

    If you are looking to add flavor to the chicken breast without doing too much then you are the best working with what you have. I love using a simple blend combination of smoked paprika, onion granules, garlic granules, salt and pepper, and brown sugar (optional).

    However, I did change things up for today's baked chicken breast and used my homemade fajita seasoning instead. Yes, it is perfect with brown sugar as well and it didn't compromise the taste in any way.

    More homemade seasoning blends for chicken breast is

    Piri Piri seasoning

    Shawarma seasoning

    Taco seasoning

    Herbs de Provence

    Bacon wrapped chicken breast ingredients

    Chicken breast: I used boneless skinless chicken breast

    Streaky bacon

    Fajita seasoning

    Brown sugar

    Salt and freshly ground black pepper

    How to make bacon wrapped chicken breast

    Preheat the oven at 400F/200C

    Make the chicken seasoning: to a small mixing bowl add fajita seasoning, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper and mix to combine.

    Pat the chicken breast dry with a kitchen paper towel and sprinkle the chicken seasoning (reserve about ½ Tablespoon for later) all over it on all sides.

    Wrap each chicken breast with 2-3 streaky bacon and place it seam side down on a baking dish.

    Sprinkle the rest of the season on top of the wrapped chicken and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and chicken cooked through.

    Remove the chicken from the oven and leave it to rest 5 minutes before you serve or cut into it. Enjoy!

    Tip: the pan juice can be served over the salad or the rest of the food you would be serving the chicken with.

    What to serve bacon wrapped chicken breast

    Creamy coleslaw

    Pink sauce pasta

    Instant Pot mac and cheese

    Creamy garlic mashed potatoes and no dripping gravy

    Cauliflower rice for a low cab, low-calorie dinner

    How to store

    Fridge: Leave to cool completely and store in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

    Freezer: You can store the cooked chicken in the freezer in an airtight container or a ziploc bag for up to 3 months.

    To reheat: simply reheat in the oven, air fryer or the microwave until warm to your liking.

    bacon wrapped chicken on a spatula turner.

    Tips

    • Use similar-sized chicken breast. If the chicken breast is on a big side, cut them into cutlets and adjust the cooking time accordingly. You would know the chicken is done by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken and it should register 165F/73C.
    • While it is tempting to use thick-cut bacon for this recipe, I would advise against it. Thin-cut regular bacon is what works perfectly for this recipe.
    • The brown sugar is optional but if you are looking for that caramelized flavor then I would totally recommend adding it to this recipe. Alternatively, use maple syrup as I did with my bacon-wrapped brussels sprouts.
    • Chicken breast can become dry if overcooked, so be careful not to overcook it and use the correct temperature for your oven.

    Watch how to make it

    FAQs

    Can I bake chicken breast without the bacon

    Yes, you can bake chicken breast without wrapping it in bacon and it will still be juicy. Simply follow the steps in the recipe and omit the bacon.

    Do I need to brine the chicken breast?

    No, you do not have to brine chicken breast in other to achieve the juicy and tender results.

    Why do I have to rest the chicken?

    If you cut into the chicken immediately after cooking it, you tend to lose a lot of the juices and it will dry out. By letting the chicken breast rest after cooking, all those juices redistribute back into the bird which results in a tender and flavorful chicken meat.

    Is there a substitute for boneless skinless chicken breast?

    Yes, you can use bone-in skin-on chicken breast or boneless chicken thighs. However, the cooking time may vary depending on the thickness and size of the chicken.

    Can bacon-wrapped chicken be frozen?

    Yes, you can freeze cooked bacon-wrapped chicken. Simply place it in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 2-3 months. When you are ready to eat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the oven, air fryer, or microwave.

    chicken breast and salad on a plate.

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    Chicken and gravy

    Creamy garlic chicken

    Spinach stuffed chicken

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    three cooked bacon wrapped chicken breast in a baking dish.

    Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

    Ajoke
    Bacon wrapped chicken breast recipe! Boneless skinless chicken breast wrapped in bacon with everyday spices, then baked until juicy and tender and caramelized on the outside. This recipe is simple, easy, and quick. A versatile chicken dish that you can serve with everything, anything.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Chicken
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3
    Calories 259 kcal

    Equipment

    • baking dish

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 skinless boneless chicken breast
    • 9 Streaky bacon
    • 1 Tablespoon fajita seasoning
    • 2 Tablespoon light brown sugar
    • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven at 400F/200C
    • To a small mixing bowl, add fajita seasoning, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper and mix to combine.
    • Pat the chicken breast dry with a kitchen paper towel and sprinkle the chicken seasoning (reserve about ½ Tablespoon for later) all over it on all sides.
    • Wrap each chicken breast with 2-3 streaky bacon and place it seam side down on a baking dish.
    • Sprinkle the rest of the season on top of the wrapped chicken and bake in the oven at 400F/200C for 25-30 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and chicken cooked through.
    • Remove the chicken from the oven and leave it to rest 5 minutes before you serve or cut into it. Enjoy!

    Notes

    How to store
    • Fridge: Leave to cool completely and store in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
    • Freezer: You can store the cooked chicken in the freezer in an airtight container or a ziploc bag for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 116mgSodium: 167mgPotassium: 559mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 58IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional data: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Under no circumstances will thedinnerbite.com be responsible for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information.

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