Brown Sugar and Bacon Wrapped Chicken

50m
Serves 4
https://www.eatingonadime.com/brown-sugar-bacon-wrapped-chicken/

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. 2Wrap each chicken breast with 3-4 slices of bacon, tucking the ends under the chicken.
  3. 3Place the wrapped chicken into the prepared pan.
  4. 4In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, soy sauce, onion powder, cinnamon, olive oil, and garlic powder until well combined.
  5. 5Pour the brown sugar mixture over the chicken in the pan and spread on top of the bacon with a brush.
  6. 6Bake for 35-45 minutes, depending on the thickness of your chicken.
  7. 7Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 lb bacon
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Equipment

baking dishcooking spraysmall bowlbrushdigital meat thermometer

Tips

  • For juicy chicken, wrap it in bacon to lock in flavors.
  • You can marinate the chicken with seasoning in a ziplock bag ahead of time.
  • Brining the chicken also helps lock in moisture and prevents it from drying out if baked too long.
  • Ensure chicken breasts are even in size for consistent cooking.
  • Consider turning on the broiler for the last few minutes to get crispy bacon.
  • To serve as an appetizer, cut chicken into 1-inch cubes before wrapping and baking.
  • Use a digital meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving to lock in juices.
  • Regular cut bacon is recommended for even cooking and crispy texture.
  • Cook chicken uncovered to achieve crispy skin and a golden brown color; if it browns too quickly, cover with foil.

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