Barbeque Bacon Chicken Bake

This Barbeque Bacon Chicken Bake is a super easy and mouthwatering dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken, crispy bacon, and tangy barbeque sauce. The chicken is seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices, wrapped in bacon, and then baked to perfection. The result is a juicy and flavorful chicken that is sure to please everyone at the dinner table. Serve this delicious dish with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 slices of bacon
• 1 cup barbeque sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Set aside.
3. Season the chicken breasts with the spice mixture, rubbing it evenly on both sides.
4. Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, securing the bacon with toothpicks if necessary.
5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bacon is crispy.
6. Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and place them in a baking dish.
7. Pour the barbeque sauce over the chicken, ensuring that each breast is well coated.
8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
9. Remove the foil and broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes to crisp up the bacon.
10. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
11. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with your favorite side dishes.

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