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Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Spinach and Garlic

Prep 15 min Cook 25 min Difficulty 3/5

Bacon-wrapped chicken with garlicky spinach in under an hour—simple, flavorful, and perfect for weeknights.

Why this recipe works

A simple, skillet-to-oven recipe: bacon-wrapped chicken paired with garlicky sautéed spinach. It suits weeknight dinners, meal-prep fans, and anyone who loves a savory, cheesy finish.

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Key takeaways

Prep and cook times are clearly separated
Use bacon as a flavorful wrap for juicy chicken
Sautéed spinach adds greens and color to the plate

Recipe guide

A simple, skillet-to-oven recipe: bacon-wrapped chicken paired with garlicky sautéed spinach. It suits weeknight dinners, meal-prep fans, and anyone who loves a savory, cheesy finish.

A flavorful bacon-wrapped chicken finished with garlicky spinach.

  • Prep and cook times are clearly separated
  • Use bacon as a flavorful wrap for juicy chicken
  • Sautéed spinach adds greens and color to the plate

Chicken preparation and searing

Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Wrap each breast with two bacon slices and secure with toothpicks. Sear 2–3 minutes per side in an ovenproof skillet with 1 tbsp olive oil until bacon browns.

Oven finishing and melting cheese

Transfer the skillet to a 200°C (400°F) oven and bake 15–20 minutes until chicken is 75°C (165°F). Remove, top with 50 g cheese, and melt 2–3 minutes in the oven.

Spinach sauté and plating

Meanwhile, sauté sliced onion in 1 tbsp olive oil until translucent (4–5 minutes). Add garlic for 30 seconds, then add spinach and cook 2–3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper, rest chicken 5 minutes, remove toothpicks, and serve over the spinach.

Ingredients

  • 2 piece chicken breast
  • 4 slice bacon
  • 2 cup spinach
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 clove garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 50 gram cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Wrap each chicken breast with two bacon slices, securing with toothpicks if needed.
  4. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Sear bacon-wrapped chicken 2–3 minutes per side until bacon is browned.
  6. Transfer skillet to oven and bake 15–20 minutes until chicken reaches 75°C (165°F).
  7. Remove chicken from oven, top with shredded or sliced cheese, and return to oven 2–3 minutes to melt.
  8. While chicken bakes, slice onion and mince garlic.
  9. Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  10. Sauté onion until translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
  11. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  12. Add spinach, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
  13. Let chicken rest 5 minutes, remove toothpicks, and serve atop sautéed spinach.

FAQs

Can I use thinner bacon slices? Yes, use bacon you have on hand; thinner slices may cook faster but keep an eye on doneness.
Can I bake without searing first? Searing adds color and flavor, but you can skip if short on time; just bake until cooked through.
How do I know the chicken is cooked? Internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).