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Amazing moist and tasty Low Carb Bacon Wrapped Chicken are always at hit at mealtime! Bacon and barbecue seasoning pack in the flavor and keep the chicken tender.
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LOW CARB BACON WRAPPED CHICKEN

Bacon and barbecue seasoning pack in the flavor and keep the oven-baked chicken tender.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6
Calories 404kcal
Author Christine Mello

Ingredients

  • 6 medium chicken breasts about 2 pounds
  • 1 tbsp salt (optional)
  • 12 slices bacon or lower sodium bacon
  • 1 tbsp low carb brown sugar
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground mustard
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • pinch cayenne

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Add several cups of water to a medium size bowl Add salt and stir. Drop chicken breasts into bowl, Add more water if needed to cover chicken. Allow to brine for 20 - 30 minutes. (optional)
  • Remove chicken from brine and pat dry. Sprinkle with seasoning mix on both side.
  • Wrap each breast with 2 slices bacon, covering as much of the chicken as possible with bacon. Tuck bacon ends under wrap on bottom. Sprinkle bacon wrapped breasts with any leftover seasoning.
  • Transfer bacon wrapped breasts to oven-proof skillet or dish. Place dish on center rack of oven and bake for 30 - 40 minutes or until chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165° on an instant read thermometer.
  • Turn on oven broiler. Place pan under broiler for 2 - 3 minutes to crisp bacon.
  • Remove from oven and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 404kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.1g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 26g | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.7g