Description
Sweet, savory, and irresistibly crispy! These Maple Glazed Bacon Chicken Bites make for the perfect appetizer or snack, combining juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and a delectable maple glaze that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 slices of bacon, cut in half
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Toothpicks (for skewering)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. - Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper. Add chicken pieces and toss until coated. Let marinate for 15 minutes. - Wrap Chicken with Bacon
Wrap each marinated chicken piece with half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick. - Bake
Arrange bacon-wrapped chicken on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bacon is crispy and chicken is cooked through. - Serve
Let cool briefly and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
- Optional garnish: sprinkle with chopped parsley or drizzle with additional maple syrup for a touch of sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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