Bacon-Wrapped Chicken in the Oven
Bacon insulates spicy-sweet chicken breast, adding smoky-salty notes and a crispy crunch. It pairs well with corn, roasted vegetables, or fresh bread.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, salt, and onion powder together in a small bowl. Rub 1/2 spice mix over chicken breasts.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Wrap each breast with 2 to 4 slices bacon, depending on size. Place in a baking dish and sprinkle with remaining spice mix.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': '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).'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Serve topped with parsley.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (4 servings total)