Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes a

Name: Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Watercress
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes; 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; Coarse salt; Freshly ground pepper; 1 tbsp. packed light-brown sugar; 2 boneless, skinless chicken-breast halves; 4 slice bacon; 1/2 medium red onion; 4 c. watercress; 1 tbsp. champagne or white-wine vinegar; 1 tsp. champagne or white-wine vinegar

Servings: persons

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Preheat broiler with rack 6 inches from heating element.
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Place sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper.
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Spread in a single layer and sprinkle with brown sugar.
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Wrap each cutlet with a bacon slice; tuck onion between bacon and chicken.
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Arrange alongside potatoes on sheet, onion side up; season with salt and pepper.
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Broil until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
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Toss watercress with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.
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Divide chicken, potatoes, and watercress evenly among 4 plates and serve.
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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium sweet potatoes, 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, Coarse salt, Freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Watercress 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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Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Watercress

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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