Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray (2) 9x13 inch baking dishes with cooking spray, set aside.

Step 2

In a large shallow bowl stir together the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using).

Step 3

Place each chicken breast (one at a time) into the brown sugar mixture to coat the outside, and press it in lightly so it sticks. Continue with the rest.

Step 4

Place three pieces of chicken on one baking dish and three onto the other.

Step 5

Wrap each chicken breast with two slices of bacon, tucking the ends under. Place it back onto the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining chicken and bacon.

Step 6

Make sure the chicken breasts aren't touching each other in the baking dishes.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining brown sugar mixture on top of each piece.

Step 8

Bake for 30-40 minutes, until the bacon is browned and an internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Step 9

If the chicken is done but the bacon isn’t browned to your liking, you can turn on the broiler and broil on high until you reach your desired browning on top. Watch it carefully so it doesn’t burn.

Step 10

Garnish with some dried or fresh parsley (if preferred).