Description
Savor the rich flavors of Juicy Bacon Garlic Parmesan Chicken, a quick and easy dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then topped with crispy bacon, aromatic garlic, and melted Parmesan cheese for a deliciously indulgent meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts (can substitute with turkey or eggplant)
Bacon
- 6 slices Bacon (consider using turkey bacon for a leaner option)
Flavorings
- 4 cloves Garlic (sauté until fragrant to avoid bitterness)
- to taste Salt (essential for seasoning)
- to taste Pepper (essential for seasoning)
Cheese and Oil
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (swap with mozzarella, cheddar, or goat cheese for a twist)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (perfect for searing)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear each side for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the bacon: In the same skillet, add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels. Leave the bacon drippings in the pan for extra flavor.
- Sauté the garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet with bacon drippings and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, to avoid bitterness.
- Combine toppings: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Sprinkle the garlic evenly over the chicken, then top with crispy bacon slices and evenly distribute the Parmesan cheese on top.
- Melt the cheese: Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the cheese melts and everything is heated through.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately while hot, enjoying the perfect balance of savory bacon, garlic, and Parmesan flavors.
Notes
- Substitute chicken breasts with turkey or eggplant to suit dietary preferences.
- Use turkey bacon for a leaner, lower-fat alternative.
- For cheese variation, try mozzarella, cheddar, or goat cheese for a different taste profile.
- Do not overcook garlic to prevent bitterness; sauté just until fragrant.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a balanced meal.
