Thanksgiving is a holiday when family and friends gather to express gratitude and enjoy a festive meal, which usually includes a roasted turkey.
However, bacon and herb wrapped chicken is a great option for a smaller gathering. Bacon is the key ingredient to locking in moisture and flavour and this dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, garlic green beans, broccoli, caramelized carrots, or pumpkin and cranberry sauce.
Thighs or drumsticks can be substituted instead of chicken breasts. If using chicken breasts, make sure that each piece is roughly the same size, approximately four to five ounces.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 to 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 skinless chicken breasts, 4-5 oz. each
- 12 thin slices of bacon
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 tsps. Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- ½ tsp. of salt
- ¼ tsp. of coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp. finely chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp. finely chopped thyme
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and brush the olive oil mixture over each one making sure that each side of the breast is covered. Wrap two to three slices of bacon around each breast and then place them seam side down on a foil covered baking pan or tray.
- Drizzle any leftover olive oil mixture over the breasts and then bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until chicken is cooked and the bacon is crisp. Insert a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the breast to check if chicken is cooked through, which should be at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes and garnish with parsley before serving.
Bon Appétit!
