This dish brings together juicy chicken tenders enveloped in smoky bacon and roasted with a rich blend of garlic parmesan sauce. Each bite marries the tenderness of seasoned chicken with crispy edges of bacon, finished by the tangy, herby notes of parmesan. Basting during baking ensures extra moisture and flavor, while a quick roast at 350°F locks in juiciness. Serve these golden, aromatic strips as a hearty main, perfect for simple weeknight dinners or special gatherings alike.
Bacon wrapped garlic Parmesan chicken is my answer whenever I need a truly crowd—pleasing main dish with maximum flavor for minimal work. Juicy chicken wrapped in smoky bacon gets a golden baked finish, and zesty garlic Parmesan sauce soaks into every bite. This is the kind of meal that disappears fast
I first made this for a game night and the platter vanished in minutes. Now my family asks for it whenever they hear bacon is involve
Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts: Choose the largest you can find for thick, juicy strips that hold their shape. Best if fresh not frozen.
- Olive oil: Helps seasonings stick and keeps chicken tender. Use extra virgin if possible for richer flavor.
- Thick cut bacon: You want substantial slices so they crisp without burning. Select bacon with some marbling but not too much fat.
- Paprika: Delivers color and a gentle smokiness. Use Hungarian or sweet paprika for the best depth.
- Garlic powder: Ensures full garlic flavor in every bite.
- Onion powder: Boosts savory undertones with no chopping needed.
- Salt and black pepper: To balance flavors and enhance everything. Use kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper for brightest taste.
- Garlic Parmesan wing sauce: The secret sauce for bold flavor. If possible pick one with real cheese and herbs for that rich finish.
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels for the best sear. Slice each breast into strips about the size of classic chicken tenders. Try to keep them even so they cook uniformly.
- Season Thoroughly:
- Arrange strips on a large plate. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and massage it in with your hands to coat every piece. Sprinkle both sides with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper, making sure the seasoning sticks well.
- Wrap in Bacon:
- Take one slice of thick cut bacon and tightly wrap it around each chicken strip spiraling so each bite gets bacon. Place the wrapped chicken pieces seam side down in a 9×13 baking dish so they stay wrapped as they bake.
- Sauce and Baste:
- Pour garlic Parmesan wing sauce liberally over the bacon wrapped chicken using a spoon or brush to baste plenty on top so the bacon gets extra glossy and flavorful.
- Bake to Perfection:
- Place the dish in your preheated 350 degree oven on the center rack. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the bacon is deep golden, chicken is cooked through and a thermometer registers 165 degrees in the thickest part.
- Serve and Savor:
- Let cool for a few minutes. Move pieces to a serving platter and spoon extra sauce from the pan over the top for boost of flavor. Serve warm.
