Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, halved
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, paprika, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Wrap each chicken breast with 1–2 bacon halves, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Place chicken on the baking sheet and brush generously with half the maple-garlic glaze.
- Bake 20–25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internal temp and bacon is crispy.
- Brush again with remaining glaze during last 5 minutes for extra shine.
- Remove toothpicks, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For extra caramelization, broil 2–3 minutes at the end (watch closely!).
- Pair with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.
- Bacon-wrapping helps keep chicken moist—no dryness here!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 385 Kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
