Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts (or 6 chicken tenders)
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Honey Garlic Sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos for low-carb)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (optional for thickening)
Instructions
1. Cook the Bacon
- In a skillet, cook chopped bacon until crispy.
- Remove and set aside, leaving some bacon fat in the pan.
2. Prep & Cook the Chicken
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil (or butter if needed).
- Sear chicken over medium heat:
- 5–6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
3. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
- In the skillet, reduce the heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and optional chili flakes.
- (Optional) Add cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
4. Combine
- Add chicken back into the skillet.
- Spoon sauce over repeatedly until glazed and sticky.
- Top with crispy bacon.
5. Serve
Pairs perfectly with:
- Steamed veggies
- Rice or cauliflower rice
- Roasted potatoes
- A fresh salad
High-Protein Tip
Use thin-sliced chicken breasts or chicken tenders to boost protein while keeping calories low.
