Description
A delicious and savory dish featuring chicken breasts wrapped in crispy bacon, infused with garlic and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon (2 per breast)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (or sour cream for tang)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried Italian seasoning (or oregano/basil mix)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with foil and lightly grease. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix Parmesan, mayo, garlic, paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Wrap 2 slices of bacon around each chicken breast, tucking the ends underneath. Place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and bacon is crisp. For extra crispiness, broil the top for 2–3 minutes at the end.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a tangier flavor, use sour cream instead of mayonnaise.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked by checking the internal temperature.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs or spices to the filling for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg