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Keto bacon wrapped chicken breast is cheesy, salty, and the perfect weeknight dinner. I love making meals that put a smile on everyone’s faces when they hear that is what they are having. This delicious cheesy bacon chicken does just that! With only 5 ingredients and a 5-minute preparation, you will feel the bacon love in no time! This easy recipe is low carb, keto, gluten-free, grain-free, sugar-free, and Trim Healthy Mama friendly.

When you make this easy cheesy bacon chicken, rest assured that everyone is going to devour it. If you are hosting a dinner party or are just craving some good old fashioned comfort food, then this is the recipe for you. It’s super versatile and goes with all kinds of things.

How To Make Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

My bacon wrapped chicken is a bit of a cheat. I’ve found that completely wrapping the chicken in bacon can leave you with soggy bacon on the bottom. It’s easier, and faster, to just lay the bacon on top of the chicken.

The hardest part of this chicken dinner is that you have to wait for it to cook and smell how amazing it is. You will be so hungry by the time it’s finished cooking. Here are the easy steps to get you started:

Ingredients:

Chicken Breasts

Seasoning Rub

Bacon

Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Sugar-Free Barbecue Sauce (Optional)

After you season both sides of chicken, add the bacon and bake until it’s crispy. Then sprinkle with cheese cook a little bit longer and serve with the chicken is cooked all the way through.

That’s all you have to do to make this baked bacon wrapped chicken. Grab your favorite barbecue sauce and eat it up!

Keto Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast Recipe Variations

Seriously, everything about this easy bacon chicken is incredible. However, once in a while we like to add in some different ingredients depending on what we have on hand and our moods. Here are a few tips and ideas to try out:

Chicken Bites – If you want to make bite-sized pieces, cut the chicken in 2-inch chunks. Then follow the rest of the directions. You will want to bake it for 15 minutes then check it to see if it’s done. It will cook faster the smaller the pieces are.

Jalapenos – Dice up some peppers and add them to the top of the cheese for a little bit of spice.

Cream Cheese – If you can tolerate dairy, add a small layer of cream cheese on the chicken. It’s so delicious!

Ranch Dressing – Instead of using barbecue sauce, try my flavorful paleo ranch dressing . Drizzle on top of the cooked bacon chicken for a nice surprise.

Cayenne Pepper – Sprinkle a little bit with the seasoning mix if you want to add a touch of heat to the chicken bacon recipe.

How Do You Know When Chicken Is Done?

There are several ways to tell if the chicken is done, but the best bet is to use a meat thermometer. Stick the thermometer in the thickest part of the chicken, and it should read at least 160 degrees F. Then you can remove it from the oven and let it rest. It should be 165 degrees F. before you eat it, but it will finish cooking as it rests. When you do this, it will keep it nice and juicy and never dried out.

The chicken breast should come apart easily when it’s fully cooked and be white in the center. If it’s overly pink, bloody or raw looking then you know it should be cooked a little bit longer.

How Long Does Chicken Last In The Refrigerator?

After the chicken has cooled completely, you should store it in the fridge. It will last 3-4 days in the refrigerator as long as you store it properly. Leftovers should always be in an airtight container.

This chicken makes a wonderful recipe for meal prepping. You can make it up and then put it in individual servings for a quick grab-and-go lunch or dinner idea.

Can I Freeze Keto Bacon Wrapped Chicken?

Yes, absolutely you can freeze bacon wrapped chicken. For best results, wrap each piece individually with plastic wrap or tin foil. Then place the pieces in a freezer safe container. This will give it added protection, so it lasts longer. It will last around 4 months in the freezer.

How Do You Know When Chicken Is Bad?

If the chicken hasn’t been cooked yet, you will notice an odor and the coloring will be more of a gray than pink. Never risk eating old raw chicken, because it can make you very ill. If you have already baked the bacon wrapped chicken, then you may notice that it appears really watery when it’s going bad. You may also notice that it smells weird or has mold growing on it. When in question, toss it to be safe.

What To Serve With Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Okay, this keto bacon chicken is so amazing, you can literally eat it all by itself. But, if you are looking for some yummy side dishes to go with it, here are a few of my favorites:

For a special side dish try my Keto Broccoli Casserole!

Want more easy chicken recipes? Try my balsamic chicken, creamy lemon chicken, and rosemary chicken!

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5 Minute 5 Ingredient Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast Cheesy Bacon Chicken - with only 5 ingredients and a 5-minute preparation, you will feel the bacon love in no time! With a quick tip, you can have all the flavors of bacon wrapped chicken for dinner in about 40 minutes. Print Recipe Pin Recipe Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Servings: 6 servings Calories: 345 Author: Taryn Ingredients 5-6 chicken breasts cut in half width wise to make wide, thin pieces (about 2.5-3 lbs.) 5-6 chicken breasts cut in half width wise to make wide, thin pieces (about 2.5-3 lbs.)

2 tbsp seasoning rub (I use my smoked paprika rub, but you can use a seasoning salt or bbq rub - basically any rub with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika - not an herb rub) 2 tbsp seasoning rub (I use my smoked paprika rub, but you can use a seasoning salt or bbq rub - basically any rub with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika - not an herb rub)

1/2 lb bacon cut strips in half 1/2 lb bacon cut strips in half

4 oz shredded cheddar 4 oz shredded cheddar

sugar free barbecue sauce (optional, to serve) sugar free barbecue sauce (optional, to serve) Instructions Preheat oven to 400. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.

Rub both sides of chicken breasts with seasoning rub. Top each with a piece of bacon. Bake for 30 min on the top rack until the chicken is 160 degrees and the bacon looks crispy.

Remove tray from the oven and sprinkle the cheese oven the bacon. Put back in the oven for about 10 min until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Serve with barbecue sauce. Notes I always use my Smoked Paprika Seasoning Rub on this. It has only 4 ingredients and lasts for months. I make a big batch and use it on chicken and pork frequently. Nutrition Calories: 345 | Carbohydrates: 1 g | Protein: 29 g | Fat: 23 g | Saturated Fat: 9 g | Cholesterol: 105 mg | Sodium: 477 mg | Potassium: 450 mg | Fiber: 0 g | Sugar: 0 g | Vitamin A: 265 IU | Vitamin C: 1.3 mg | Calcium: 156 mg | Iron: 1.1 mg Tried this Recipe? Tag me Today! Mention @joyfilledeats or tag #joyfilledeats

Originally Published April 12, 2016. Revised and Republished July 16, 2019.