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Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Chicken
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 slices of bacon
- 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Season each chicken breast with the spice mixture, then wrap each seasoned chicken breast with 3 slices of bacon, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
- Place the bacon-wrapped chicken on the wire rack and brush each piece with BBQ sauce, reserving some for later.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy, brushing with more BBQ sauce halfway through cooking.
- Once cooked, remove the toothpicks and serve the bacon-wrapped BBQ chicken hot, with any remaining BBQ sauce on the side for dipping.
Bacon-wrapped BBQ chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines the smoky flavors of bacon and the tangy sweetness of barbecue sauce with tender, juicy chicken. This dish has a rich history, with roots in Southern barbecue traditions and a modern twist on classic comfort food. Renowned chefs like Bobby Flay and Guy Fieri have popularized this dish, adding their own unique flair to the recipe. The best versions of this dish can be found in barbecue joints across the Southern United States, where pitmasters expertly smoke the chicken and bacon to perfection before slathering it in homemade barbecue sauce. The key to nailing this dish is achieving the perfect balance of crispy bacon, succulent chicken, and flavorful barbecue sauce. Whether grilled, smoked, or baked, bacon-wrapped BBQ chicken is a crowd-pleasing favorite that's sure to satisfy any craving for savory, smoky goodness.
45 min
4
400 calories
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