Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet, gently pound to even 3/4-inch thickness.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Season both sides of chicken breasts with this mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add beef bacon slices and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to crisp but are still pliable. Transfer to paper towels.
- Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of the partially cooked beef bacon, overlapping slightly. Secure with toothpicks.
- Place wrapped chicken breasts in the same skillet, seam side down. Sear for 2-3 minutes until bacon is golden.
- Flip chicken carefully and sear the other side for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before removing toothpicks and slicing to serve.
Notes
Make sure to check that your beef bacon is certified kosher. If you can't find beef bacon, turkey bacon works as a substitute. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes.
