Description
A flavor-packed dish featuring tender chicken marinated in garlic and maple syrup, complemented by crispy beef bacon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices of beef bacon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Toss the chicken in a bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Let it soak for about 15 minutes.
- Crisp the beef bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the beef bacon until crispy.
- Cook the chicken: Remove the bacon and, in the same skillet, add the marinated chicken breasts. Cook until golden brown—about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add the maple syrup over the chicken and let it bubble for a few minutes.
- Finish with bacon: Crumble the crispy beef bacon over the top before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with roasted veggies or a side salad. Ensure chicken is cooked through to 165°F.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken, bacon, maple syrup, garlic, dinner recipe