Imagine tender, juicy chicken breasts wrapped in crispy, savory bacon, slow-cooked to perfection and glazed with mouthwatering barbecue sauce. This isn't just another chicken recipe – this is a game-changing meal that will transform your dinner routine and have everyone at the table begging for seconds. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, our Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Chicken is about to become your new favorite go-to dish that combines convenience and incredible taste in one irresistible package.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 chicken breasts
- 12 slices of bacon
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all the ingredients: 6 chicken breasts, 12 slices of bacon, 1 cup of barbecue sauce, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels. This will help the bacon adhere better during cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Season both sides of each chicken breast evenly with this spice mixture.
- Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, ensuring the bacon covers the chicken completely. If necessary, you can secure the bacon with toothpicks to keep it in place.
- Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts in the slow cooker, arranging them in a single layer as much as possible.
- Pour the barbecue sauce evenly over the bacon-wrapped chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 4 hours. This slow cooking process will allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
- After 4 hours of cooking, check the internal temperature of the chicken breasts. They should reach a safe minimum internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, carefully remove the bacon-wrapped chicken from the slow cooker using tongs. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the bacon-wrapped chicken with additional barbecue sauce on the side, if desired. Enjoy your delicious slow cooker bacon-wrapped chicken!
Tips
- Pat the chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure the bacon adheres perfectly and gets crispy.
- Use thick-cut bacon for the best texture and flavor coverage. Thinner bacon might become too crisp or dry during slow cooking.
- Don't skip seasoning the chicken before wrapping – the spice blend is crucial for building deep flavor.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer if possible to ensure even cooking and sauce distribution.
- For extra crispy bacon, consider a quick broil for 2-3 minutes after slow cooking.
- Always check the internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F for food safety.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 294kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 45g
Fat: 46g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 125mg
