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Rosemary-Bacon Grilled Chicken Breasts

Rosemary-Bacon Grilled Chicken Breasts deliver juicy meat kissed with smoky bacon and piney rosemary, balanced by a gentle garlic warmth. It’s a simple yet elegant dish that shines at weeknight dinners or casual cookouts, pairing beautifully with grilled vegetables or a crisp salad. The aromatic herbs and crisped bacon make each bite deeply flavorful without being heavy.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Rosemary-Bacon Grilled Chicken Breasts
  1. 1

    Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

  2. 2

    Sprinkle 1 teaspoon garlic powder on each chicken breast and season with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Place one rosemary sprig on each chicken breast.

  4. 4

    Wrap bacon around the chicken to hold the rosemary in place, and secure the bacon with a toothpick or an additional thick rosemary stem.

  5. 5

    Cook the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 8 minutes per side.

  6. 6

    An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

  7. 7

    Stay near the grill to manage any flare-ups from the bacon.

  8. 8

    Remove the toothpicks before serving.