Brown Sugar Chicken: The Ultimate Sweet & Savory Recipe
Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that brings comfort to any meal. This easy-to-make dish features juicy chicken breasts wrapped in crispy bacon, generously coated in a brown sugar glaze that caramelizes beautifully during baking. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is a sure-fire way to impress family and friends alike. With its irresistible taste and simple preparation, you’ll find yourself making this dish again and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices beef bacon (or turkey bacon)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare a baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika (if using), and black pepper.
- Wrap each chicken breast with two slices of beef bacon, tucking the ends underneath.
- Coat the bacon-wrapped chicken with the brown sugar mixture, pressing down gently.
- Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For extra crispiness, broil on high for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg