Easy Cheesy Chicken Bacon
Easy Cheesy Chicken Bacon is a delectable dish that combines succulent chicken breasts, crispy bacon, and gooey melted cheese for an irresistible flavor explosion. Perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings, this recipe is simple to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With just a few key ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a mouthwatering meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- 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 thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup ranch dressing (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
- Wrap each chicken breast tightly with bacon strips, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Place wrapped chicken in the baking dish and sprinkle cheddar cheese generously on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and bacon is crispy.
- Drizzle with ranch dressing before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg