Brown Sugar Chicken: The Ultimate Sweet & Savory Recipe
Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken: The Ultimate Sweet & Savory Recipe is your new go-to for a deliciously balanced dinner that combines sweet, savory, and crispy flavors. This dish features juicy chicken breasts wrapped in flavorful turkey bacon and coated in a rich brown sugar glaze that caramelizes to perfection in the oven. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it offers a quick 10-minute prep time, making it easy to whip up even after a long day. Serve this mouthwatering creation with your choice of sides and watch it become a favorite among family and friends.
- 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
- 8 slices turkey bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika (if using), and black pepper.
- Wrap each chicken breast snugly with two slices of turkey bacon, tucking the ends underneath.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture generously over each wrapped chicken breast, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Place the chicken in the baking dish and bake uncovered for about 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end.
- Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg