Skillet Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast
This bacon-wrapped chicken is savory and smoky, with crispy bacon sealing in juicy, herb-seasoned chicken. A touch of brown sugar caramelizes on the outside, adding a sweet contrast to the salty richness.
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Ingredients
- 1¼ teaspoons finely minced fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 to 7 ounces each), trimmed
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 teaspoons neutral oil such as vegetable or canola
- 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F with rack 6" below broiler. Season chicken with rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Wrap each breast with 2 slices of bacon, ending seams underneath.
- Sear seam-side down in hot skillet until bacon browns (about 3 min).
- Sprinkle 1 tbsp sugar on each breast. Roast until chicken reaches 155°F (15–20 min).
- Broil until bacon is crisp and chicken hits 160°F (4–5 min). Rest 5 min before serving.