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.
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
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.
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.
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.
Wrap each seasoned chicken strip with a slice of turkey bacon.
If bacon is short, use toothpicks to secure the ends.
Place wrapped chicken tenders in a single layer in your prepared baking dish.
Do not overlap pieces to ensure even cooking.
Baste each wrapped tender generously with garlic parmesan wing sauce.
Use about 1/2 cup now and reserve the rest for halfway through baking.
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.
Once cooked through (internal temp of 165°F/74°C), broil on high for 2–3 minutes to crisp up the bacon.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then plate and serve.
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.
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