Bacon Wrapped Chipotle Chicken Breast Recipe

Name: Bacon Wrapped Chipotle Chicken Breast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 chicken breast; boneless, skinless; 4 slice wood smoked bacon; 6 oz chipotle salsa; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tbsp onion powder; 2 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp fresh thyme; minced; 1 slice bacon; diced; 1/2 yellow or red onion; minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 red bell pepper; 2 tsp vegetable oil; 1 clove garlic; minced; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tsp liquid smoke; 4 dried chipotle peppers; 1 tbsp Worcestershire; 1 salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 chicken breast; boneless, skinless
4 slice wood smoked bacon
6 oz chipotle salsa
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp onion powder
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp fresh thyme; minced
1 slice bacon; diced
1/2 yellow or red onion; minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 red bell pepper
2 tsp vegetable oil
1 clove garlic; minced
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp liquid smoke
4 dried chipotle peppers
1 tbsp Worcestershire
1 salt and pepper

1
Marinate chicken breasts in the chipotle salsa for 4-48 hours if time permits.
2
Cover dried peppers with just enough boiling water to cover.
3
Cover and steam for 5-10 minutes
4
Pat chicken dry.
5
Put a small amount of vegetable oil on the chicken.
6
Wrap each breast with two slices of bacon.
7
Season with the dried spices and thyme.
8
Slowly render the fat from the diced bacon in a small saute pan and remove the crisped bacon.
9
Rub the bell pepper with vegetable oil.
10
Place directly on stovetop burner and roast until completely blackened on each side.
11
Place inside a mixing bowl and cover with foil or plastic wrap.
12
Let steam for 5 minutes.
13
Add onions and sweat until caramelized.
14
Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
15
Pulse bell pepper, onions, dried peppers, and wet ingredients into a loose paste.
16
Slowly pour the olive oil while blades are spinning.
17
Adjust taste with sugar, salt, and pepper.
18
Roast at 350 for approximately 35 minutes.
19
Place chicken under broiler very briefly to crisp bacon if necessary.
20
Spread the paste on the chicken during the last ten minutes of cooking.
21
Variations; brown sugar, bourbon, tequila, cilantro, mustard, maple, agave, cheddar, smoked gouda, goat cheese, cotija, Chihuahua, adobo, cumin, applewood seasoning

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 chicken breast; boneless, skinless, 4 slice wood smoked bacon, 6 oz chipotle salsa, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Bacon Wrapped Chipotle Chicken Breast falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bacon Wrapped Chipotle Chicken Breast

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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