Easy Marry Me Chicken: A Delicious Twist with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a delightful twist on the classic marry me chicken with the addition of savory turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wrap each chicken breast with turkey bacon and secure with toothpicks.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the wrapped chicken breasts until golden brown on all sides.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, pour marinara sauce over the top, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- For a different flavor, try adding herbs like basil or oregano.
- Serve with pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Easy Marry Me Chicken