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Home » Easy Chicken Recipes » Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

Last Updated on February 9, 2022 by Bintu. 1 Comment

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THREE BACON WRAPPED CHICKEN BREASTS ON A SHEET PAN

Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. This versatile main dish is easy to customize, so your whole family will look forward to dinner. 

Suitable for low carb, keto, and gluten free diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.

top down view of the completed bacon wrapped chicken breast recipe

Bacon lovers, get ready to meet your new favorite dish! This Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast is an easy-to-make meal starring everyone’s favorite: bacon!

Kids will also love this main dish chicken wrapped in bacon, so it’s an ideal choice for busy families – even those with picky eaters. How can you go wrong with bacon wrapped anything?

Table of Contents

  • Easy Bacon Wrapped Chicken
  • Why Make This Recipe
  • Ingredient Notes
  • How To Make Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast
  • Tips For Success
  • Variations
  • Budget-Friendly Tips 
  • Prep Ahead And Storage
  • Meal Prep
  • FAQs
  • More Recipes You May Like
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Weight Watchers Points
  • Get The Chicken Wrapped In Bacon Recipe:
  • Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Easy Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Like this Air Fryer Bacon Wrapper Chicken, it’s easy to customize bacon wrapped chicken with your favorite seasonings, so you have a main dish that fits your taste preferences perfectly. Add steamed veggies and a few simple side dishes for a protein-packed meal that’s quick, easy, and full of flavor. 

a white plate filled with cooked back wrapped chicken breast

Why Make This Recipe

  • Fast and Easy – It’s easy to prep this 2-ingredient chicken wrapped in bacon.
  • Picky Eater Approved – Chicken and bacon are picky eater approved, so this is the perfect family-friendly main dish. 
  • Versatile – Bacon wrapped chicken goes with just about everything and can be custom seasoned to match your tastes. 

Ingredient Notes

  • Chicken – Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are similar in size.
  • Bacon – Use your favorite brand or flavor of bacon.
close up view of the completed bacon wrapped chicken breast recipe

How To Make Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F or 180 degrees C and lightly spray a baking dish with oil. 
  2. Wrap each chicken breast with bacon (I used 2 slices of bacon per chicken breast) and secure with toothpicks, if needed. 
  3. Place the bacon wrapped chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes. 
  4. When the chicken is done, the bacon should be just about to crisp and the internal temperature of the chicken should be 165 degrees F or 194 degrees C.
  5. Allow the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then remove toothpicks (if any) before serving.
image collage showing the steps for making bacon wrapped chicken breast

Note: Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The internal temperature of chicken should be at least 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.

Tips For Success

  • Thoroughly dry the chicken with paper towels before wrapping it with bacon. 
  • Season the chicken with your favorite blend of herbs and spices if desired. 
  • Use toothpicks to secure the bacon, if necessary.
  • You may need to use more than one piece of bacon per chicken breast, depending on the size of chicken and bacon.
  • Slice larger chicken breasts in half then wrap each half with bacon. The cooking time will be less, so be sure to use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
  • Double this recipe for a large family, when serving guests, or for weekly meal prep.
  • Don’t overcook the chicken so it will be juicy and tender. 
  • Be sure to remove any toothpicks before serving. 
  • Cook until an instant thermometer reads 165 degrees F or 74 degrees C when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.

Variations

  • Honey Mustard – Rub the chicken with honey mustard before wrapping with bacon.
  • Season the Chicken – Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika or your favorite seasoning blend before baking. 
  • Maple Syrup – Brush the chicken with a bit of real maple syrup for a slightly sweet twist that pairs with bacon perfectly. 
bacon wrapped chicken breast on a baking tray just removed from the oven

Budget-Friendly Tips 

  • Buy In Bulk – Purchase chicken when it’s on sale then wrap and store it in the freezer for later use. 
  • Freeze Bacon – Bacon can be kept in the freezer for up to a year so stock up when it’s on sale.
  • Make It A Meal – Serve chicken wrapped in bacon with your favorite side dishes to make this a filling meal. 

Prep Ahead And Storage

  • Prep Ahead – Prepare the chicken up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate until ready to cook. Allow the chicken to come to room temperature for 30 minutes before air frying. 
  • Store – This bacon wrapped chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze – Wrap each chicken breast separately and place the pieces in a freezer-safe bag. Thaw the chicken overnight in the fridge and then bring the chicken to room temperature before cooking as directed or reheating.

Meal Prep

  • Enjoy bacon wrapped chicken breast in air fryer for dinner and then enjoy the leftovers for 4 more days.
  • Freeze the seasoned and bacon wrapped chicken before baking for easy meal prep later on. 
  • Prepare chicken wrapped in bacon early in the week for an easy lunch option.
top down view of bacon wrapped chicken breast on a baking sheet

FAQs

How Do I Reheat Bacon Wrapped Chicken?

The quickest way to reheat is to use the microwave, but the bacon will lose its crispiness.

To reheat in the oven, preheat to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C and bring the leftover bacon wrapped chicken to room temperature for 5-10 minutes. 

Place the chicken onto a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake 5-7 minutes until heated through, then remove the foil and cook for 2-3 more minutes to crisp the bacon. 

Can I Freeze Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast?

Yes. You can freeze before or after cooking.

Wrap each chicken breast separately and place the pieces in a freezer-safe bag.

Thaw the chicken overnight in the fridge and then bring the chicken to room temperature before cooking as directed or reheating.

More Recipes You May Like

  • Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken.
  • Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast.
  • Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breast.
  • Baked Ranch Chicken Breast.
  • Lemon Pepper Chicken Breast.

Serving Suggestions

  • Instant Pot Baby Potatoes.
  • Smothered Cabbage.
  • Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice.
the completed bacon wrapped chicken breast served on a white plate

Weight Watchers Points

There are 7 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Get The Chicken Wrapped In Bacon Recipe:

the finished bacon wrapped chicken breast on a white plate

Bacon Wrapped Chicken

An easy to make chicken recipe that is full of flavor!
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Western
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 377kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy | Budget Delicious

Ingredients

  • 24 ounces (696g) boneless skinless chicken breasts 4 average-size chicken breasts
  • 8 slices bacon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F or 180 degrees C.
  • Lightly spray a baking dish with oil.
  • Wrap each chicken breast in bacon (I used two strips per chicken breast) and secure with toothpicks if needed.
  • Place the bacon wrapped chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.
  • When the chicken is done the bacon should be just about to crisp and the internal temperature of the chicken should be at least 165 degrees F or 194 degrees C.
  • Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes, then remove toothpicks (if any) before serving.

Notes

  • Thoroughly dry the chicken with paper towels before wrapping it with bacon. 
  • Season the chicken with your favorite blend of herbs and spices if desired. 
  • Use toothpicks to secure the bacon, if necessary.
  • You may need to use more than one piece of bacon per chicken breast, depending on the size of chicken and bacon.
  • Slice larger chicken breasts in half then wrap each half with bacon. The cooking time will be less, so be sure to use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
  • Double this recipe for a large family, when serving guests, or for weekly meal prep.
  • Don’t overcook the chicken so it will be juicy and tender. 
  • Be sure to remove any toothpicks before serving. 
  • Cook until an instant thermometer reads 165 degrees F or 74 degrees C when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.
  • Storage – keep leftovers in an airtight container inside the fridge for 4 days.
  • There are 7 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Nutrition

Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 489mg | Potassium: 716mg | Vitamin A: 67IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Ollie

    April 16, 2022 at 9:58 pm

    5 stars
    A tasty meal for the whole family.

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