By Laurel Perry
Published Jan 27, 2024
This Bacon Wrapped Chicken recipe is so quick and easy to make, leaving you with juicy, flavor-packed chicken breasts. Brown sugar, paprika, and Italian seasoning creates a sweet and savory flavor, and the bacon gets perfectly crispy in the oven.
Why We Love This Bacon Wrapped Chicken Recipe
Juicy chicken breasts are wrapped in salty, savory bacon and baked to perfection…what more could you want from a weeknight entree? This easy chicken recipe takes just 40 minutes to make, and it’s sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.
I absolutely love how crispy the strips of bacon get in the oven, and the bit of brown sugar in the seasoning adds a little kick of sweetness that’s just irresistible!
Variations on Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast
Before wrapping it in bacon, you can season the chicken however you like. I love Italian seasoning, but blackened seasoning , chicken seasoning , Creole seasoning , or herbs de Provence all add great flavor too.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover bacon wrapped chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.
How to Freeze
Freeze bacon wrapped chicken breasts in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this savory chicken wrapped in bacon with au gratin potatoes , loaded scalloped potatoes , or garlic mashed cauliflower . Add a side of sauteed carrots , roasted vegetables , or green beans with bacon .
More Chicken with Bacon Recipes To Try
- Baked Ranch Chicken with Bacon
- Mustard Chicken with Bacon
- Creamy Garlic Chicken with Bacon
- Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad
- Cheesy Bacon Crusted Chicken
- Chicken Couscous with Bacon
- Cheddar Bacon Ranch Chicken
- BLT Chicken and Rice Skillet
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ▢ 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- ▢ 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ▢ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ▢ 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ▢ 8-12 pieces medium cut bacon
- ▢ Chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pat the chicken dry and sprinkle both sides with half of the seasoning mix. Save half of the seasoning mix for later. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Wrap each chicken breast in 2-3 pieces of bacon until it is mostly covered. Sprinkle with the remaining seasonings. 8-12 pieces medium cut bacon
- Place onto the wire rack. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. If the bacon is not yet crisp, this will depend on its thickness, broil until crisp. Garnish with parsley and serve. Chopped fresh parsley
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Becky’s Tips
- Small chicken breasts will need 2 pieces of bacon. Larger chicken breasts will need 3.
- Use medium cut bacon for best results! Thick cut will not crisp up during the cooking time.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Bacon Wrapped Chicken Step by Step
Make the Spice Mix: Preheat your oven to 375°F, then cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Set aside. In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning , 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Season the Chicken: Pat 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry, then sprinkle both sides with half of the seasoning mix (save the other half for later).
Wrap the Chicken: Wrap each chicken breast in 2-3 pieces of bacon, until the surface is mostly covered. Sprinkle with the remaining seasoning mix.
Cook the Chicken: Bake the bacon wrapped chicken breasts for 25-30 minutes, or until they’re cooked through. If the bacon isn’t crispy yet, broil until crisp. Garnish with parsley and serve.
There is an ingredient in bacon called nitrites that helps to preserve it. This can turn chicken pink. If you’re not sure if your chicken is properly cooked, use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should be 165°F at the thickest point.
Cook this chicken uncovered so the bacon can crisp up in the oven!
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Recipe
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8-12 pieces medium cut bacon
- Chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pat the chicken dry and sprinkle both sides with half of the seasoning mix. Save half of the seasoning mix for later. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Wrap each chicken breast in 2-3 pieces of bacon until it is mostly covered. Sprinkle with the remaining seasonings. 8-12 pieces medium cut bacon
- Place onto the wire rack. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. If the bacon is not yet crisp, this will depend on its thickness, broil until crisp. Garnish with parsley and serve. Chopped fresh parsley
Video
Notes
- Small chicken breasts will need 2 pieces of bacon. Larger chicken breasts will need 3.
- Use medium cut bacon for best results! Thick cut will not crisp up during the cooking time.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
