Bacon-Wrapped Chicken

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken
45 min.
2
363kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that’s both gluten-free and packed with flavor, look no further than this Bacon-Wrapped Chicken recipe! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you want to impress your family or guests, this dish combines the savory goodness of crispy bacon with tender, juicy chicken breasts. The addition of chive-and-onion flavored cream cheese adds a delightful creaminess that elevates the dish to a whole new level.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering main course that not only pleases the palate but also fits into a healthy lifestyle, with each serving containing only 363 calories. The combination of spices, including dried tarragon, enhances the flavor profile, making every bite a burst of deliciousness. Plus, the simplicity of the preparation means you can whip this up even on a busy weeknight!

Whether you're serving it alongside a fresh salad or some roasted vegetables, this Bacon-Wrapped Chicken is sure to become a favorite in your household. So grab your baking sheet and toothpicks, and get ready to indulge in a dish that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon 
  • tablespoons butter chilled divided
  • tablespoons approx cream cheese spread divided softened flavored
  • 0.5 teaspoon tarragon dried divided
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  chicken breast boneless skinless

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. Spread one tablespoon cream cheese over each chicken breast; top with one tablespoon butter and 1/4 teaspoon tarragon.
  3. Roll up and wrap with one slice bacon; secure with a toothpick.
  4. Place chicken seam-side down on an ungreased baking sheet; bake at 400 for 30 minutes or until juices run clear when chicken is pierced with a fork. Increase temperature to broil; broil 8 to 10 minutes or until bacon is crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Calories363kcal
Protein31.34%
Fat66.76%
Carbs1.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
76
Glycemic Load
0.19
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
13.1221739274%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:362.72kcal
18.14%
Fat:26.52g
40.81%
Saturated Fat:13g
81.27%
Carbohydrates:1.69g
0.56%
Net Carbohydrates:1.59g
0.58%
Sugar:0.51g
0.56%
Cholesterol:126.86mg
42.29%
Sodium:1022.71mg
44.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.02g
56.03%
Vitamin B3:12.72mg
63.62%
Selenium:40.76µg
58.23%
Vitamin B6:0.92mg
45.9%
Phosphorus:274.3mg
27.43%
Vitamin B5:1.75mg
17.51%
Potassium:483.56mg
13.82%
Vitamin A:566.27IU
11.33%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.02%
Magnesium:34.48mg
8.62%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.4%
Zinc:0.95mg
6.34%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.63%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.24%
Iron:0.7mg
3.9%
Calcium:36.47mg
3.65%
Copper:0.05mg
2.35%
Vitamin C:1.61mg
1.95%
Folate:6.35µg
1.59%
Vitamin K:1.62µg
1.54%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.34%
Source:My Recipes