Bacon Wrapped Chicken Recipe
Deliciously seasoned chicken wrapped in crispy bacon.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Season the Chicken
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- 3
Wrap the Chicken
Wrap each seasoned chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, ensuring the bacon covers the chicken evenly. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
Cooking
- 4
Prepare the Baking Sheet
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet.
- 5
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Place the wrapped chicken on the wire rack and drizzle olive oil over the top of each piece.
- 6
Bake the Chicken
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
- 7
Check for Doneness
Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 8
Rest and Serve
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your bacon-wrapped chicken!