Description
A weeknight staple featuring juicy chicken breasts glazed with a sweet-and-savory maple garlic sauce, topped with crispy turkey bacon for a smoky crunch. Balanced flavors and effortless prep make this a family favorite for cozy dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
1 tsp black pepper
Salt to taste
8 slices thick-cut turkey bacon
1/2 cup pure maple syrup (Grade B recommended)
3 cloves fresh garlic (minced or paste)
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (gluten-free optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F
Cook turkey bacon in a cold skillet over medium heat until crispy, 6-8 minutes
Remove bacon and most of the fat, reserving 2 tbsp
Season chicken with pepper and salt
Sear in reserved bacon fat 4-5 minutes per side
Mix maple syrup, garlic, and soy sauce in a bowl
Pour sauce over chicken, bring to a simmer, and bake 20 minutes
Increase oven to broil, add remaining bacon to top, and caramelize for 2 minutes
Notes
Substitute regular turkey bacon with halal-certified bacon
Chicken will release its own fat during cooking
Reserve more bacon fat if turkey bacon is lean
Best served 30 minutes post-baking for optimal flavor
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg