Bacon-Wrapped Chicken in the Oven
Description
Bacon insulates spicy-sweet chicken breast, adding smoky-salty notes and a crispy crunch. It pairs well with corn, roasted vegetables, or fresh bread.
Ingredients
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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2 teaspoons smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
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1 (16 ounce) package bacon
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, salt, and onion powder together in a small bowl. Rub 1/2 spice mix over chicken breasts.
3
Wrap each breast with 2 to 4 slices bacon, depending on size. Place in a baking dish and sprinkle with remaining spice mix.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until bacon is crisp, chicken is no longer pink in center, and juices run clear, 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
5
Serve topped with parsley.