Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites are a delicious and easy appetizer that combines tender chicken and crispy bacon. These bite-sized treats are seasoned to perfection and air-fried for a quick, mess-free meal. Perfect for parties, snacks, or even as a main dish, they’re sure to be a crowd favorite!
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites are the ultimate combination of juicy, tender chicken and crispy, savory bacon. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick appetizer, snack, or party dish, and it’s ready in no time.
The air fryer ensures the bacon gets perfectly crispy without the mess of frying, while the chicken stays tender and flavorful. Whether you’re serving them for a game day treat or a family dinner, these bites are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Why You Will Love This Recipe!
✔️ Quick & Easy: Ready in just 20 minutes, these bacon-wrapped chicken bites are perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute parties.
✔️ Crispy & Tender: The air fryer cooks the bacon to a perfect crisp while keeping the chicken juicy and flavorful.
✔️ Flavor Packed: The combination of savory bacon and tender chicken creates a mouthwatering bite that’s impossible to resist.
✔️ Versatile: Serve as an appetizer, snack, or even as a main dish – they’re a hit for any occasion!
✔️ Minimal Cleanup: With the air fryer, there’s no greasy mess to clean up, making it an easy and hassle-free cooking experience.
Ingredients Needed
- Chicken breast: Cut into bite-sized pieces
- Bacon strips: Sliced in half lengthwise
- BBQ Sauce: Use your favorite BBQ sauce.
How To Make Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites
Step One: Set your air fryer temperature to 390 degrees F (200°C), preheat for 2-3 minutes. This helps in cooking the chicken bites evenly.
Step Two: Dry the chicken with a paper towel. Toss the chicken pieces with your chosen seasonings in a medium bowl until they are evenly coated.
Step Three: Take a piece of chicken and wrap a slice of bacon around it. Secure the bacon in place with a toothpick. Repeat this process with all the chicken pieces.
Step Four: Brush each bacon-wrapped chicken bite with barbecue sauce. You can mix in a bit of honey with the barbecue sauce for a sweeter taste. If you’re using brown sugar, sprinkle it lightly over the bites.
Step Five: Place the chicken bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch each other for even cooking. Set cook time for 10-15 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked. Halfway through the cooking time, you might want to flip the bites to ensure they cook evenly. The internal temperature of the chicken should be 165°F (74°C). If the bacon isn’t as crispy as you’d like, you can cook it for a few more minutes.
Maple Glazed Bacon Chicken Bites Air Fryer Recipe Tips
🍁 Adjust the Glaze: If you like it sweeter, add a little extra maple syrup to the glaze, or mix in a touch of brown sugar for a richer flavor.
🥓 Use Thick-Cut Bacon: Thick-cut bacon helps maintain a crispy texture and ensures that the bacon holds up well around the chicken.
⏲️ Watch Cooking Time: Cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer model, so check the chicken bites after 8-10 minutes and adjust the time as needed.
🍗 Don’t Overcrowd the Basket: Ensure the bacon-wrapped chicken bites are in a single layer in the air fryer basket for even cooking and crispiness.
🔥 Flip for Even Crisping: For an even crisp, flip the bacon-wrapped chicken bites halfway through the cooking time.
🧼 Clean the Air Fryer Basket: The maple glaze can be sticky, so be sure to clean your air fryer basket thoroughly after cooking.
Storing, Freezing and Reheating
📦 Storing: Once cooled, store any leftover maple glazed bacon chicken bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
❄️ Freezing: To freeze, place the chicken bites in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2-3 months.
🔥 Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-6 minutes or until heated through and crispy. You can also reheat in the oven at 375°F for about 10 minutes.
What To Serve With Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites pair wonderfully with a variety of sides to complete your meal. Serve them alongside a fresh, tangy salad with a zesty vinaigrette to balance the richness of the bacon, or enjoy them with crispy roasted vegetables for a hearty side.
For a comforting option, try mashed potatoes or creamy mac and cheese. You can also serve them with dipping sauces like ranch, barbecue, or honey mustard for an extra burst of flavor. Whether for a casual snack or a full meal, these bites are versatile and delicious!
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites Recipe Faqs
❓ Can I use regular bacon instead of thick-cut? Yes, you can use regular bacon, but thick-cut bacon holds up better in the air fryer and provides a crispier texture.
⏲️ How long should I cook the bacon-wrapped chicken bites? Air fry at 390°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is fully cooked.
🍯 Can I use a different glaze or sauce? Absolutely! You can try honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or even a teriyaki glaze for different flavor variations.
🔥 What if the bacon isn’t crispy enough? If the bacon isn’t crispy after the cooking time, simply return the bites to the air fryer for an additional 1-2 minutes until the desired crispiness is achieved.
🍽️ What’s the best way to serve these bites? Serve them as an appetizer, snack, or even as part of a main meal with sides like mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.
🧼 How do I clean my air fryer after cooking? Be sure to clean your air fryer basket thoroughly after cooking, especially if using a glaze, to prevent any sticky residue from building up.
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- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Drumsticks
- Air Fryer Juicy Chicken Bites
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites
Description
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts,, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 strips bacon, each cut into thirds or halves (depending on the size of the chicken pieces)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce, of your favorite barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoons seasonings, optional
Instructions
- Set your air fryer temperature to 390 degrees F (200°C) preheat for 2-3 minutes.
- Dry the chicken with a paper towel. Toss the chicken pieces with your chosen 1 teaspoons seasonings in a medium bowl until they are evenly coated.
- Take a piece of chicken and wrap a slice of bacon around it. Secure the bacon in place with a toothpick. Repeat this process with all the chicken pieces.
- Brush each bacon-wrapped chicken bite with barbecue sauce. You can mix in a bit of honey with the barbecue sauce for a sweeter taste. If you're using brown sugar, sprinkle it lightly over the bites.
- Place the chicken bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch each other for even cooking. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Set cook time for 10-15 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked. Halfway through the cooking time, you might want to flip the bites to ensure they cook evenly.
- The internal temperature of the chicken should be 165°F (74°C). If the bacon isn’t as crispy as you’d like, you can cook it for a few more minutes.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
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Becky
So easy and so good. I didn’t have any regular bacon, but I had some partially cooked bacon. I let it soften a bit before I wrapped the chicken. I reduced the temperature to 360°F in my Instant Pot Vortex 6. It turned out perfectly. The chicken was just done enough and plenty juicy and the bacon was perfect.
It will become a frequent meal at our house. Thanks!