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Bacon Garlic Parmesan Chicken

This Bacon Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe is a rich and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. Juicy chicken tenders are wrapped in smoky turkey bacon, basted in a creamy garlic parmesan wing sauce, and baked until perfectly golden.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into 3-4 tenders each (about 10–12 pieces)

1 tablespoon olive oil

7 slices turkey bacon (thick-cut preferred)

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1 cup garlic parmesan wing sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Optional Homemade Garlic Parmesan Sauce

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.

Step 2: Prepare the chicken

  • Slice 3 large chicken breasts into 3–4 strips each (like chicken tenders).

  • Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and massage to coat all sides.

Step 3: Season the chicken

  • In a small bowl, combine:

    • 1 teaspoon paprika

    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    • 1 teaspoon onion powder

    • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Season the chicken strips on both sides with this blend.

Step 4: Wrap with turkey bacon

  • Wrap each seasoned chicken strip with a slice of turkey bacon.

  • If bacon is short, use toothpicks to secure the ends.

Step 5: Arrange in the baking dish

  • Place wrapped chicken tenders in a single layer in your prepared baking dish.

  • Do not overlap pieces to ensure even cooking.

Step 6: Add garlic parmesan sauce

  • Baste each wrapped tender generously with garlic parmesan wing sauce.

  • Use about 1/2 cup now and reserve the rest for halfway through baking.

Step 7: Bake the chicken

  • Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes.

  • At 15 minutes, baste again with the remaining 1/2 cup of sauce.

Step 8: Broil for crispiness

  • Once cooked through (internal temp of 165°F/74°C), broil on high for 2–3 minutes to crisp up the bacon.

Step 9: Serve warm

  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then plate and serve.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to prevent overcooking and keep the chicken juicy.

  • Thick-cut turkey bacon holds up better in the oven and crisps nicely under the broiler.

  • Homemade garlic parmesan sauce gives you control over ingredients and flavor – try it for a fresher twist!

  • To reheat, bake at 325°F for 10–12 minutes or use an air fryer for extra crispiness.

  • This recipe is perfect for meal prep – store cooked tenders in the fridge for up to 3 days.