This is a quick and easy way to make baked chicken that is juicy and well seasoned. Perfect for a busy weeknight or a fancy weekend family dinner, everyone will love it when bacon-wrapped chicken is on the menu. This chicken recipe only looks fancy. It’s actually very simple to prep and cook. The chicken is ready in about 45 minutes from start to finish and spends most of that time in the oven, which is the perfect opportunity for you to prepare side dishes or spend time with your family. If you like baking chicken, try my recipe for Baked Chicken and Potatoes which is a whole meal on one sheet pan. You should also try these Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks, and my easy but impressive Stuffed Cornish Hens.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Key Ingredients
Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Chicken Breasts: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts to make Bacon Wrapped Chicken. Be sure to trim away any extra fat that might be on your meat. Brown Sugar: Light brown sugar adds a sweet flavor to the chicken that beautifully complements the saltiness of the bacon and helps to create caramelization.Garlic Powder, Italian Seasoning, and Paprika: Together these simple spices make the perfect chicken seasoningSalt and Pepper: Be sure that your chicken is well-seasoned by adding salt and pepper to the mix. Bacon: Normal, regular-sliced bacon is what you should get to make Bacon Wrapped Chicken. Thick sliced bacon is delicious with breakfast, but it won’t cook properly in this recipe. Parsley: Fresh parsley adds a touch of green and a bright herby flavor as a garnish.
How to Make Bacon Wrapped Chicken
You are going to love the sugar and spice mix that we’ll use to season this chicken so much. Baking chicken wrapped in bacon results in juicy meat with a crispy bacon exterior.
Recipe Tips
Trim the Chicken if Needed: Not only should you be sure that you remove any extra fat from your chicken, but you should also try to make it so that all of your pieces are the same size so that they will cook at the same time. Tuck in the Ends: It’s helpful if you keep all of the ends of the bacon slices on one side of the chicken breast so that you can place it in the pan with them tucked underneath securely. This way you don’t need to mess around with any toothpicks. Cooking Time May Vary: The amount of time needed to cook this chicken recipe can be different depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts, or if you decide to use bone-in chicken. Use a meat thermometer to be sure that the chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F/74°C.Change It Up: You can totally adjust the seasonings for Bacon Wrapped Chicken. Try adding a bit of chili powder to add some extra spice, or use spiced paprika to add more smokiness. To limit salt, leave out the additional salt in the spice mix and just enjoy the saltiness of the bacon. Give it a Rest: Allowing the chicken to rest for 5 minutes after baking will keep it nice and juicy. Storage Tips: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. They can be reheated in the microwave, air fryer, or a 350°F oven for just a few minutes.
What to Serve with Bacon Wrapped Chicken
If you’re wondering what are some great side dishes for bacon-wrapped chicken, I have you covered! My favorite way to serve Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breasts is with Crockpot Mashed Potatoes and simple Steamed Broccoli. Other sides that go really well with Bacon Wrapped Chicken include Buttered Noodles, Instant Pot Red Potatoes, Baked Beans, or this Popeye’s Cajun Rice copycat recipe. Keep your dinner low-carb by serving it with a simple salad or some Air Fryer Vegetables. This Strawberry and Spinach Salad is also delicious! Depending on your dietary needs, you may want to omit the sugar or replace it with a low-carb sweetener. Try some yummy and kid-friendly side dishes, like Velveeta Macaroni and Cheese, Instant Pot Broccoli Mac and Cheese, or easy Air Fryer Tater Tots. I know that this recipe is going to find its way onto your regular dinner menu! Be sure to Pin it so that you can refer back to it any time. © Little Sunny Kitchen
