Description
This Spicy Bacon-wrapped Chicken Fiesta Bake is a delicious and hearty dish that combines tender chicken breasts wrapped in crispy bacon, topped with a zesty blend of spices and cheese. Perfect for a family dinner!
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 slices of bacon
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced bell peppers
1/2 cup diced onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon.
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the bacon-wrapped chicken until golden brown on all sides.
5. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and top with diced bell peppers, onions, and shredded cheddar cheese.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the spices for a few hours before wrapping it in bacon.
Serve with a side of rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg