Description
A delightful dish featuring succulent chicken breasts wrapped in crispy bacon and smothered in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 9–12 slices of bacon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Extra grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If the chicken breasts are thick, slice them horizontally or pound them to an even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Prepare the chicken. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel and season both sides generously with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Wrap with bacon. Take 3–4 slices of bacon and wrap them tightly around each chicken breast, slightly overlapping the slices for maximum coverage. Place each wrapped breast seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Make the creamy sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic, stirring for about 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and add Italian seasoning and black pepper. Allow it to simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, then reduce the heat to low. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan until the sauce is melted and smooth. Stir in the mozzarella, adjusting salt to taste.
- Combine everything. Pour the luscious garlic Parmesan sauce around and over the bacon-wrapped chicken, ensuring it coats the pieces generously.
- Bake to perfection. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake uncovered for approximately 30–40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). For an extra crispy bacon finish, switch the oven to broil for 1–2 minutes at the end; keep a watchful eye to prevent burning.
- Final touches. Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes post-baking. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of extra grated Parmesan to elevate its appearance before serving.
Notes
Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking. Use turkey bacon for a healthier twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 55g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: bacon, chicken, garlic, parmesan, creamy sauce, comfort food