Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts

Ingredients:

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 8 slices of bacon
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1 tsp smoked paprika
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1/4 tsp salt
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

 Instructions:

1. **Preheat Oven:**
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. **Prepare Chicken:**
– Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.

3. **Wrap with Bacon:**
– Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon. Make sure the bacon slices overlap slightly and cover the chicken completely.

4. **Coat with Brown Sugar:**
– Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts. This will help to create a delicious caramelized glaze as it bakes.

5. **Bake:**
– Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased baking dish.
– Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).

6. **Broil (Optional):**
– For extra crispy bacon, you can broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.

7. **Garnish and Serve:**
– Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes.
– Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.

Enjoy your delicious bacon-wrapped chicken breasts!