Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 6 slices of bacon
– 1/2 cup maple syrup
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Maple Garlic Bacon Chicken Delight is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Set aside.
3. Cook Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Leave the bacon grease in the skillet.
4. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Make Sauce: Add maple syrup and soy sauce to the skillet, stirring to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes.
6. Wrap Chicken: Wrap each chicken breast with a slice of bacon, securing it with toothpicks if necessary.
7. Bake Chicken: Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the maple garlic sauce over the chicken.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
9. Baste: Halfway through baking, baste the chicken with the sauce to enhance flavor and moisture.
10. Rest: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
11. Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken for a pop of color and added freshness.
By following these steps, you’ll create an incredible Maple Garlic Bacon Chicken Delight that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 34g