Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites

Name: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-in cubes; 12 bacon strips (sugar-free for Whole30), halved crosswise; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Tender chunks of seasoned chicken breast wrapped in bacon and baked until the bacon is caramelized and crisp. A crowd-pleasing, Whole30-compliant appetizer that disappears fast at any gathering.

40 minEasyServes 6240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-in cubes
12 bacon strips (sugar-free for Whole30), halved crosswise
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top if available.
2

In a large bowl, toss 2 lbs cut into 1-in cubes boneless skinless chicken breast with 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
3

Wrap each piece of seasoned chicken with a halved crosswise strip of bacon strips (sugar-free for Whole30), overlapping the ends slightly. Secure with a toothpick and place seam-side down on the rack.
4

Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the bacon is crisp and browned and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). For extra crispiness, broil for the final 2 minutes.
5

Remove the toothpicks, garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites need?

For Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 25 minutes, in step 4. The target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What should Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until evenly coated. Step 4: cook until the bacon is crisp and browned and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). A reading of 165 F on a thermometer settles it.

Is there a substitute for smoked paprika in Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites?

The entry for Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites calls for 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. In its place: Sweet paprika with a small pinch of cumin, or a few drops of liquid smoke. Chipotle powder works if you want heat as well.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites uses 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-in cubes.

Is Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites keto-friendly?

A serving of Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites carries 2 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 10 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 2 percent.

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