Description
Maple garlic bacon chicken delivers a mouthwatering fusion of savory and sweet flavors that dance across your palate. Crispy bacon, glazed with rich maple syrup and garlic, wraps tender chicken in an irresistible culinary embrace you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 8 slices bacon
Flavoring:
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional Garnish:
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 green onion, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a large baking dish by lightly greasing it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Mince the garlic cloves finely, creating a fragrant base for the marinade that will infuse the chicken with intense flavor.
- Whisk together maple syrup, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to create a rich, glossy marinade.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure the marinade adheres perfectly and promotes better caramelization.
- Generously coat each chicken breast with the maple garlic mixture, ensuring every surface is evenly covered for maximum flavor penetration.
- Carefully wrap each marinated chicken breast with two slices of bacon, overlapping slightly to create a crispy, flavorful exterior.
- Arrange the bacon-wrapped chicken in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are not touching to allow even cooking and optimal browning.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the bacon turns golden and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, allowing the juices to redistribute and ensure tender, succulent meat.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and sliced green onions for a burst of color and fresh herb flavor before serving.
Notes
- Select thick-cut bacon for optimal crispiness and better coverage around the chicken breast.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches precise 165°F without overcooking, guaranteeing juicy results.
- Consider reducing maple syrup for low-carb diets by substituting with sugar-free maple-flavored syrup or monk fruit sweetener.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like thyme or rosemary to enhance the maple garlic profile and add complexity to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg