Chicken breast has a reputation for being dry and boring. Bacon fixes both problems. The bacon stays crispy. The chicken stays juicy. A little brown sugar glaze takes it over the top. Dinner just got a promotion.
Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil. Place a wire rack on top.
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
Season
Mix paprika, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Rub all over chicken.
Wrap with Bacon
Wrap 2-3 slices of bacon around each chicken breast, slightly overlapping. Tuck ends underneath.
Glaze (Optional)
Mix brown sugar and mustard. Brush over bacon-wrapped chicken.
Bake
Place chicken on wire rack. Bake 25-30 minutes until bacon is crispy and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internal.
For extra crispy bacon, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end (watch closely).
Rest & Serve
Rest 5 minutes before serving. Juicy. Smoky. Ridiculous.
Summary
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 30 min | Total: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings | Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Fridge: 4 days. Reheat: Oven or air fryer at 375°F for 10 minutes (keeps bacon crispy). Microwave will ruin the bacon texture. Leftovers also great sliced over salads.
