Crispy Chicken Bacon and Cheese Bake
Crispy Chicken Bacon and Cheese Bake
ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 3.
Pat chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and brush them generously with the olive oil mixture.
- 4.
Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, securing the ends with toothpicks if necessary.
- 5.
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the wrapped chicken breasts, cooking until the bacon is crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 6.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- 7.
Remove from the oven, sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of each chicken breast, and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 8.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Discard toothpicks if used. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.
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