Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with this mouth-watering Bacon Wrapped Chicken with Jack Daniels BBQ Sauce! Imagine tender chicken breasts lovingly embraced by crispy bacon, glazed with a rich, smoky bourbon-infused BBQ sauce that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. This isn't just a recipe - it's a flavor adventure that combines the irresistible combination of crispy bacon, juicy chicken, and a legendary whiskey-inspired sauce that will elevate your home cooking to restaurant-quality deliciousness.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 8 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup Jack Daniels BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This will ensure that your chicken cooks evenly and the bacon becomes crispy.
- Gather all your ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, 8 slices of bacon, 1/2 cup of Jack Daniels BBQ sauce, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and salt and pepper.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the seasoning adhere better and promotes even cooking.
- Season both sides of each chicken breast with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Make sure to coat them evenly for maximum flavor.
- Take one slice of bacon and wrap it around a chicken breast, starting at one end and spiraling down to the other end. Make sure the bacon overlaps slightly to ensure coverage. Repeat this for all chicken breasts.
- Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts in a baking dish, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for even cooking.
- Brush each bacon-wrapped chicken breast generously with Jack Daniels BBQ sauce, making sure to cover the bacon and chicken evenly.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- About 5 minutes before the chicken is done, brush on an additional layer of Jack Daniels BBQ sauce for extra flavor and moisture.
- Once cooked, remove the baking dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes. This helps to lock in the juices.
- Serve the bacon-wrapped chicken with your favorite sides, and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors!
Tips
- Pat the chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure the best possible flavor absorption and crispy bacon exterior.
- Choose thick-cut bacon for better coverage and a more substantial texture when wrapping the chicken.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches exactly 165°F (74°C) for food safety without overcooking.
- For extra crispy bacon, you can finish the chicken under the broiler for 1-2 minutes after baking.
- Let the chicken rest for at least 5 minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness.
- If you want to reduce the fat content, you can use turkey bacon as a lighter alternative.
- For an extra flavor punch, consider adding a light sprinkle of brown sugar to the BBQ sauce for a sweet and tangy glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 125mg
