Bacon Wrapped Barbecue Chicken Breasts

Course Chicken, Main Course

Cuisine American, Southern

Keyword bacon-wrapped-barbecue-chicken-breasts

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Resting time 5

Total Time 1

Servings pieces

Calories 696kcal

Author Melissa Sperka

4 8 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 Tbsp barbecue seasoning plus additional as needed (i.e. Smokehouse Maple, Barbecue Magic or similar)
1 cup prepared barbecue sauce
8 slices bacon

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a broiler pan or oven safe grill pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
Rub the chicken breasts on all sides with the barbecue seasoning.
Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon. Place seam side down on the pan.
Bake for 30 minutes at 375°F. Increase the oven temperature to 450°F. Drain bacon fat from the pan if needed. Brush the chicken liberally on all sides with barbecue sauce.
Continue to cook an additional 8-10 minutes or until charred and the juices run clear. (You can char further under the broiler for 2 minutes)
Remove from the oven and rest for 5-10 minutes then serve.

Barbecue seasoning will likely have enough sodium in it to season the chicken breasts adequately. The amount can vary from brand to brand so season the chicken with salt and pepper as needed, or to your personal taste.
A thicker sauce works best and you can use your favorite ranging from a sweet and spicy flavor or a classic mesquite or hickory barbecue sauce. Go with your favorite.