Juicy Maple Garlic Bacon Chicken That's Sure to Impress!
Discover Maple Garlic Bacon Chicken, a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will impress your guests.
Equipment
- Oven
- skillet
- Baking dish
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 2 cloves Fresh Garlic
For the Topping
- 6 strips Thick-Cut Bacon
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup
- 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
Instructions
Recipe Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with a light coat of nonstick spray.
- Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Lay them flat in the baking dish.
- In a skillet, cook the thick-cut bacon over medium heat until crispy. Crumble it over the seasoned chicken.
- In a bowl, whisk together pure maple syrup, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and a dash of black pepper.
- Drizzle the sauce generously over the chicken and crumbled bacon.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and juices run clear.
Notes
Marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 15 minutes to enhance flavors. Serve over mashed potatoes if desired.