Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

Servings

4 servings

Total Time

40 minutes

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Ingredients

Main

• 2 large chicken breasts or 6 chicken thighs

• 12–14 slices bacon

• 1 tbsp olive oil

Seasoning

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 tsp brown sugar (optional for caramelized flavor)

Optional Glaze

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Garnish

• chopped parsley

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

1. Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.

2. Cut chicken into large bite-size chunks.

3. Pat dry with paper towel.

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2. Season

In a bowl mix:

• garlic powder

• paprika

• black pepper

• salt

Toss chicken pieces with the seasoning and olive oil.

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3. Wrap with Bacon

1. Cut bacon slices in half.

2. Wrap each chicken piece with one strip of bacon.

3. Secure with a toothpick if needed.

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4. Bake

1. Place chicken bites on a lined baking sheet or rack.

2. Bake for 25–30 minutes until bacon is crispy and chicken cooked through.

(Internal temperature should reach 75°C / 165°F.)

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5. Optional Glaze

For extra flavor:

1. Mix honey, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard.

2. Brush the glaze on the chicken during the last 5 minutes of baking.

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6. Serve

Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Perfect with:

• ranch dip

• garlic aioli

• barbecue sauce.

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✅ Flavor Profile

• smoky from bacon

• juicy chicken

• slightly sweet caramelized edges

• savory and crispy