Maple Garlic Bacon Chicken
A delightful dish that combines smoky bacon, sweet maple syrup, and rich garlic, perfect for family dinners or impressing friends.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1.5 lbs
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon cooked until crispy
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or gluten-free alternative
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then arrange them in the baking dish.
- Cook the bacon until crispy; crumble it over the chicken.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, minced garlic, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the sauce over the chicken and bacon in the baking dish.
Cooking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the maple syrup and soy sauce mixture for a few hours before cooking. Use turkey bacon as a healthier option if you want to cut down on fat. Add some vegetables like bell peppers or onions in the baking dish for a one-pan meal.