Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the bacon fat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Combine cooked bacon, sautéed garlic, and Parmesan cheese in a bowl; coat chicken breasts thoroughly.
- Heat olive oil in the skillet; sear chicken on both sides for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer to the oven; bake for 15-20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg