Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites—Sweet & Spicy
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites are the perfect party dish. It's easy to make with cubes of chicken wrapped in bacon, coated with brown sugar and spices, and baked to golden brown with caramelized sugar, bacon, and tender chicken.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts ( cut into 1 inch cubes)
- 1 pounds bacon (buy good quality and thinner cut)
- 2/3 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350° convection or 375° conventional. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2/3 cup dark brown sugar, 2 tablespoons chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin. Mix well.
- 2
Clean and trim about 1 1/4 pounds of skinless boneless chicken breast. Cut into approx 1-inch cubes.
- 3
If using thick-cut bacon, thin the strips of bacon with the back edge of a chef's knife.
- 4
Cut the bacon in half, roll around the chicken cubes, and secure with a toothpick. This is the point to cover and refrigerate for better timing. You can keep it tightly covered and refrigerated for up to a day.
- 5
Prep a sheet pan with aluminum foil and a rack–spray with PAM.
- 6
Roll the pieces in the brown sugar mixture. Be sure to pack some in the ends. Place on the rack.
- 7
Bake until golden brown and at a 165° internal temperature for about 35 minutes.
- 8
Cover with foil on a heavy dish to keep warm until served.