Bacon BBQ Chicken
This Bacon BBQ Chicken marries crispy bacon with tender chicken and tangy barbecue sauce for an irresistible weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon Choose good quality bacon for better flavor.
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional) Garnish adds a fresh touch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Rub this seasoning over the chicken breasts.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat, then add the seasoned chicken breasts. Sear for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and wrap each piece with two slices of bacon, tucking the ends underneath.
- Pour half of the barbecue sauce over the bacon-wrapped chicken and spread it evenly.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- After 25 minutes, brush the remaining barbecue sauce over the chicken and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in barbecue sauce for an hour or two. Perfect with side dishes like coleslaw or baked beans.