Bacon Wrapped Rosemary Chicken Breasts

Seasoned chicken breasts wrapped in bacon and fresh rosemary sprigs for a delicious combination of savory and herbaceous flavor.

These Bacon Wrapped Rosemary Chicken Breasts are a flavorful blend of savory, smoky, and herbaceous notes. The chicken is seasoned with kosher salt, cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder for a bold taste, then topped with fresh rosemary sprigs. Wrapped in bacon and grilled or baked until the bacon is crispy and the chicken juicy, this dish combines the infused flavors of rosemary and spices with the smoky, salty taste of the bacon for a perfectly balanced bite.

Servings

2

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 4 sprigs rosemary

For the Chicken Rub

  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken Rub

In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, ground cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Season the Chicken

Generously rub the chicken breasts with the prepared seasoning blend on both sides.

Rosemary Placement

Place two sprigs of rosemary on top of each seasoned chicken breast.

Wrap with Bacon

Carefully wrap each chicken breast with 3 slices of bacon, ensuring the rosemary sprigs are held against the chicken.

Cooking

Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat and grill the bacon-wrapped chicken for approximately 15 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.

Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place bacon-wrapped chicken in a baking dish and bake for about 30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.

Serving

Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving to let the juices redistribute.

In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, ground cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Generously rub the chicken breasts with the prepared seasoning blend on both sides.

Place a sprig of rosemary on each side of each chicken breast. Wrap the chicken breasts securely with the bacon.

Grill or bake in an oven at 375 for about 30 minutes until breast reaches 165.