Maple Garlic Bacon Chicken
Maple Garlic Bacon Chicken is a deliciously easy dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a sweet and savory maple-garlic sauce, all topped with crispy bacon. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together minced garlic, maple syrup, soy sauce, and black pepper.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the baking dish, pour the sauce over it, and crumble the bacon on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the chicken in bacon drippings before adding the sauce. - Substitute chicken thighs for richer flavor or use turkey bacon for a lighter option.