Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breasts - 8 pieces (about 2 pounds)
- Bacon - 1 pound (sliced into strips)
- BBQ Sauce - 1 cup
- Brown Sugar - 1/4 cup
- Honey - 2 tablespoons
- Salt and Pepper - to season
- Szechuan peppercorn (optional) - for additional flavor
Preparation Time: 2 hours (including marinating time)
Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, honey, salt, pepper, and Szechuan peppercorn (if using) to create a marinate. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Wrap each chicken breast with bacon strip, securing it with toothpicks.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour the marinate over it, ensuring all sides are coated.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 10-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
- Serve with your choice of side dish.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that the nutritional information provided here is an estimate and may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
- Calories: Approximately 500 per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Protein: 32g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of flavors from sweet, spicy, and smoky bacon wrap with the tenderness of grilled chicken.
- The dish is visually appealing with crispy bacon and the allure of the BBQ sauce.
- A perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors that Americans often enjoy.
User Comments:
- "The combination of bacon and chicken was a pleasant surprise! The dish was full of flavor and very satisfying."
- "I love the sweet and spicy combination of the BBQ sauce and bacon. The chicken was cooked to perfection."
- "The dish was a hit with my family! The bacon added a nice smoky flavor to the chicken."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh chicken breasts for best results.
- Make sure to bake the chicken until it is fully cooked through to avoid any food safety issues.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference, adding more salt, pepper, or Szechuan peppercorn for a spicier flavor.
