Maple Garlic Bacon Chicken
Savor the mouthwatering flavors of Maple Garlic Bacon Chicken, a perfect blend of sweet and savory that will impress your family and friends at any dinner occasion. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken breasts with a delectable glaze made from pure maple syrup, aromatic garlic, and crispy bacon. Ideal for weeknight meals or special gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to pair with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices of bacon
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and black pepper for seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in leftover bacon fat until fragrant.
- Stir in maple syrup and soy sauce; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Place chicken in the baking dish; brush with glaze and sprinkle crumbled bacon on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg