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    Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs

    May 25, 2021 by Ryan Leave a Comment

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    These bacon wrapped chicken thighs are seasoned with spices, stuffed with garlic butter and wrapped in bacon and baked until caramelized. They are quick to put together and loaded with flavor, making for a great weeknight meal.

    bacon wrapped chicken thighs on white plate

    I know this isn't a popular opinion with everyone but I'm a huge fan of chicken thighs - from Roman chicken to apple cider chicken to easy chicken tikka masala, they are easy to prepare and have so much flavor.

    I'm also a big fan of bacon. So why not combine the two with these bacon chicken thighs.

    By rubbing the chicken and bacon in some sugar with spices, you get a slight sweetness that is offset by the saltiness of the bacon. And the garlic butter on the inside just adds to the juiciness and flavors of the dish.

    Oh and it doesn't hurt that this is quite easy to prepare. Just 10 minutes of prep and you'll have dinner on the table in under an hour.

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    Ingredient Notes

    • Chicken - I like to use chicken thighs as it has a little more fat and remains juicy as it is baked but you can use chicken breasts. Just keep in mind the cooking time will vary.
    • Spice mixture - the combination of sugar and spices adds a sweet and salty component to the chicken.
    • Garlic butter mixture - by stuffing the chicken with some butter and garlic, you add flavor but also keep they chicken juicy.
    • Bacon - gets crisp which not only adds texture but flavor. Just don't use thick cut bacon as it takes too long to cook.

    Ingredient Swaps

    Like any meal you can use a variety of ingredients and this dish is no different.

    • Meat - while bacon is the best, prosciutto is a good substitute.
    • Cheese - instead of butter and garlic, you could stuff the chicken with your favorite cheese like mozzarella or cheddar.
    • Veggies - you can also stuff with something like green onions or peppers.

    Step-by-Step Photos

    process shots of combining spices in bowl and making garlic butter

    First combine all of the spices and sugar in a bowl and set aside. Then mix together the softened butter and garlic in another bowl.

    process shots of stuffing chicken with butter and rolling up and wrapping bacon around it

    Rub half of the spice mixture over the chicken and open up each thigh, spreading about 1 tablespoon of the garlic butter. Then roll them back up and wrap with 2 slices of bacon, one horizontal and one vertical.

    process shots of placing chicken on rack on sheet and baking

    Place the chicken on a rack over a baking sheet and sprinkle the remaining brown sugar/spice mixture over it. Bake at 400°F for 35-40 minutes or until cooked through. Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes to get the bacon extra crispy.

    FAQs

    How Do I Get Crispy Bacon?

    First, don't use thick cut bacon as it takes longer. Second, broiling it gets it crispy. Sometimes you need to flip the chicken and broil the bottom as well to get both sides crispy.

    Can I Use Chicken Breasts?

    You can but you'll have to pound it thinner and the cooking time will change. It will need an extra 5-10 minutes.

    How Do I Know the Chicken is Cooked?

    You know the chicken is cooked when it reaches 165°F with an instant-read thermometer or if you cut into the chicken and the juices run clear and there is no pink. Honestly, I always just cut the chicken to see when it is done. If it isn’t just cook slightly longer.

    Side Dish Options

    Pretty much anything goes with these bacon chicken thighs, but some of my go-tos include:

    • Homemade Pierogies
    • Crispy Roasted Potatoes
    • Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes
    • Potato Latkes
    • Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts\
    • Butternut Squash Fritters

    Pro Tips/Recipe Notes

    • Use same-sized chicken so everything cooks evenly.
    • You can also just place the chicken in an oven-safe skillet like a cast iron skillet.
    • You can make the dish in advance and just throw in the oven when ready for dinner.
    bacon wrapped chicken thigh cut in half stacked on top of each other

    Similar Chicken Recipes

    • Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken
    • Chicken Cacciatore
    • Creamy Coconut Curry Chicken
    • Chicken with White Wine Sauce

    If you’ve tried this bacon wrapped chicken thighs recipe or any other recipe on Chisel & Fork, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below! You can also follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube to see more tasty meals and anything else I'm up to.

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    5 from 3 votes

    Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs

    These chicken thighs are seasoned with spices, stuffed with garlic butter and wrapped in bacon and baked until caramelized.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time40 mins
    Total Time50 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 353kcal
    Author: Ryan Beck

    Ingredients

    • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
    • ¼ cup light brown sugar
    • 2 teaspoon paprika
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • 6 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
    • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
    • 12 slices bacon
    • non-stick cooking spray
    • fresh Italian parsley, chopped (optional)

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and a rack coated in cooking spray. Set aside.
    • In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper and onion powder. In another bowl, mix together the softened butter and garlic.
    • Rub half of the spice mixture all over the chicken thighs. Open up each thigh, and spread 1 tablespoon of the garlic butter in the middle. Roll the thighs back up. Wrap each thigh tightly with 2 slices of bacon, having one horizontal and one vertical. Sprinkle the remaining spice mixture over the bacon.
    • Place the chicken on the wire rack and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until cooked through. Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes to get the bacon crispy.

    Notes

    • Use same-sized chicken so everything cooks evenly.
    • You can also just place the chicken in an oven-safe skillet like a cast iron skillet.
    • You know the chicken is cooked when it reaches 165°F with an instant-read thermometer or if you cut into the chicken and the juices run clear and there is no pink. Honestly, I always just cut the chicken to see when it is done. If it isn’t just cook slightly longer.
    • You can make the dish in advance and just throw in the oven when ready for dinner.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 353kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 619mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 1g
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