Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons light brown sugar
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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8 slices turkey bacon (regular, not thick-cut)
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F.
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Mix the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Season the Chicken: Rub half of the seasoning over all sides of the chicken breasts.
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Wrap with Turkey Bacon: Wrap each chicken breast with two slices of turkey bacon, tucking the ends underneath.
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Place in Baking Dish: Put the wrapped chicken seam-side down in a baking dish.
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Add More Seasoning: Sprinkle the remaining seasoning over the top of each piece.
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Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Crisp the Bacon: For extra crispiness, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end—just watch it closely!
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Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.