Honey Garlic Bacon Chicken
A delicious and mouthwatering dish that combines the sweetness of honey, savory garlic, and crispy bacon, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- ½ cup flour (for dredging)
- 1 tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- to taste as needed Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cooking
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until it is crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set it aside, keeping 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease in the pan.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then lightly dredge them in flour.
- In the same skillet, add the olive oil and sear the chicken breasts. Cook them for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken and keep it warm.
- In the skillet, add the minced garlic to the reserved bacon grease and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add the crispy bacon back into the skillet.
- Plate the chicken, drizzle with any extra sauce, and sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish.
Notes
To store leftovers, let the chicken cool completely. Place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3-4 days or freeze in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the fridge before reheating. Use thick-cut bacon for better texture and flavor. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for a more balanced meal. You can also change the meat type to pork or turkey.