Description

Cheesy BBQ Bacon Chicken Bites are the ultimate flavor-packed snack or meal! Bite-sized chicken coated in smoky BBQ sauce, topped with gooey cheddar cheese and crispy turkey bacon, make this dish irresistible. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party appetizer, it’s sure to please everyone.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
8 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup BBQ sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking spray or oil (for greasing)

For the Ranch Drizzle:

½ cup ranch dressing
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil.
Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, season the chicken pieces with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat.
Coat with BBQ Sauce: Add BBQ sauce to the seasoned chicken and mix until evenly coated.
Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the BBQ-coated chicken bites on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Add the Toppings: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken pieces, followed by the crumbled turkey bacon.
Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Drizzle with Ranch: Once out of the oven, drizzle ranch dressing over the cheesy BBQ bacon chicken bites.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley (if desired) and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

Adjust the BBQ Sauce: If you prefer a sweeter BBQ flavor, use a sweeter sauce or add a drizzle of honey.
Use Chicken Thighs: For juicier bites, consider using boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
Add Spice: If you like a little heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes on top before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Snack, Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of the recipe)
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 85mg

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