Health Hotline Magazine | March 2020

MAPLE BACON WRAPPED CHICKEN THIGHS NATURAL GROCERS Wrapped in crispy maple bacon and baked until caramelized, these chicken thighs look impressive, but require very little effort. A casual Family Fast entrée that is ready in only 40 minutes and will make meal time family time. SM

INGREDIENTS 4 Mary’s Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Seasonings: ½ teaspoon Organic Garlic Powder ½ teaspoon Organic Smoked Paprika ½ teaspoon Organic Ground Black Pepper ½ teaspoon Real Salt ½-1 teaspoon Organic Red Chili Flakes 8 slices bacon 3 tablespoons Natural Grocers Brand Organic Grade A Dark Maple Syrup

TOTAL TIME: 40 MINUTES | SERVES 4 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375° F. 2. In a small bowl, mix together the seasonings, except for the red pepper flakes. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken thighs, making sure to thoroughly coat both sides. 3. Wrap two slices of bacon around each thigh. Tuck the bacon underneath the chicken; to tightly secure the bacon around the chicken you can also use toothpicks to hold it in place.

4. Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish or oven-proof skillet, drizzle the maple syrup over the bacon and rub to fully coat, sprinkle with the red pepper flakes, and bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165° F and the bacon is nicely browned. If the chicken is done before the bacon has browned, turn the broiler on high and broil for 2-3 minutes to crisp the bacon. Serve with a simple side salad and sautéed green beans, or check out naturalgrocers.com/ recipe-finder for more great side ideas!

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