Air fryer bacon wrapped chicken has been my family's favorite dinner recipe. It’s delicious and super easy to cook. Air fryer bacon wrapped chicken thighs are juicy, perfectly seasoned, and wrapped with crispy bacon is just on another level.
I love air fryer bacon wrapped chicken made with chicken thighs because it’s juicy, tender, and perfect. Bacon-wrapped chicken in an air fryer is perfectly caramelized and the bacon is crispy on the outside. This can be the best snack, appetizer idea that gets ready in no time.
Air fryer bacon wrapped chicken recipe is just a perfect time-saving dish for a quick snack or even for your dinner. You can also make air fryer bacon that is crispy and delicious. The best way for cooking bacon without any mess is to cook in an air fryer.
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How to make air fryer bacon wrapped chicken?
Delicious and juicy chicken wrapped with crispy bacon are simple and easy to make. Gather the ingredients and you are ready to go. Let’s see what you need for this recipe.
Ingredients for air fryer bacon wrapped chicken:
- 2 chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 6-7 bacon slices
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ onion powder
- ¼ paprika
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions for air fryer bacon wrapped chicken:
- First of all, cut the chicken into bite sizes approximately 1 inch or 1 and ½ inches. Set it aside.
- Take a mixing bowl to add all the spices; garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix it well until it combines well. You can add any other spices of your choice.
- Now put the mixture of spices into the chicken, mix them all together until fully combined. After that let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Preheat the air fryer at 200C/400F for 3minutes.
- Meanwhile, your air fryer is preheating, you can now start rolling the chicken. Take half of the bacon strip and wrap the chicken tightly.
- Place the bacon wrapped chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook at 200C/400F for 5 minutes on each side.
- Remove the air fryer bacon wrapped chicken and serve it with your favorite dipping sauce.
Note: You can wrap a whole strip of bacon on the chicken but half of it is enough to wrap a single strip.
You can find the air fryer bacon wrapped chicken recipe in the printable card below.
Top tips to make air fryer bacon wrapped chicken:
- Cut the chicken in equal size and thickness for even cooking and for the best result.
- Place the bacon wrapped chicken in a single layer, do not overlap, instead cook in batches for the best result.
- Flip the chicken halfway through the cooking process for even cooking.
- Secure the chicken and bacon with a toothpick if needed.
- You can use the thermometer to check if the chickens are done. They are fully cooked if the internal temperature reaches 160F/71C.
Air fryer bacon wrapped chicken recipe variations:
Play with the recipe and experience the different tastes of your own. You can add different spices of your choice. Here are some of the suggestions you can try.
- Use some spicy rub in the chicken before wrapping them with the bacon stripe. Or you can try using spicy bacon for some kick.
- Sprinkle some cayenne pepper over the chicken for more spicy lovers.
- For those who love the sweeter version, add maple syrup or honey over the air-fried bacon-wrapped chicken bites.
- Barbecue sauce enhances the flavor. Brush it over and make some air fryer bacon wrapped bbq chicken.
- Cheese is another option, top the bacon wrapped chicken with a slice of cheese at the last minute of cooking.
What to serve with bacon wrapped chicken in an air fryer?
Air fryer bacon wrapped chicken is best when served hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Or you can try some of these ideas:
- Serve this meal with a fresh green salad, air fryer carrots, air fryer kale chips keto, air fryer zucchini fires.
- Serve with cream cheese dip, honey mustard sauce, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Why you’ll love this air fryer bacon wrapped chicken recipe?
Your family will love this recipe and you’ll love making this every week. This recipe is simple and gets ready in no time. With an air fryer, the cooking experience is so good and easy you’ll love it.
Find more chicken and bacon recipes:
- Air fryer bacon
- Frozen chicken breast in air fryer
- Air fryer lemon chicken
- Air fryer bacon and eggs
- Air fryer grilled cheese with bacon
Here are some of the frequently asked questions:
How long to cook bacon wrapped chicken in air fryer?
It takes about 10 minutes to cook bacon wrapped chicken thighs in an air fryer. However, different air fryer works differently, so you can adjust the cooking time accordingly.
What is the best way to reheat bacon wrapped chicken in air fryer?
You can simply reheat the leftovers bacon wrapped chicken in the air fryer at 160C/320F for 5 minutes but it has a high chance of burning the bacon.
So, the best way to avoid burning wrap them in aluminum foil and reheat at 160C/320F for 5 minutes and enjoy.
Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?
Yes, the frozen chicken will work for this recipe. If you're using the frozen chicken you should 2-3 minutes extra in your cooking time.
How to store the leftover air fryer bacon wrapped chicken?
Usually, not a single piece is left at my house. However, if you have some of them let them cool down completely and store them in an air-tight container. Put them in the refrigerator and they are good for 2-3 days.
Reheat and enjoy the leftovers.
Equipment: Air fryer
Course: Side dish,
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 2 chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 6-7 bacon slices
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite sizes approximately 1 inch or 1 and ½ inches. Set it aside.2 chicken thighs
- Take a mixing bowl to add all the spices; garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix it well until it combines well. You can add any other spices of your choice.½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon paprika, salt and pepper to taste
- Now put the mixture of spices into the chicken, mix them all together until fully combined. After that let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Preheat the air fryer at 200C/400F for 3minutes.
- Meanwhile, your air fryer is preheating, you can now start rolling the chicken. Take half of the bacon strip and wrap the chicken tightly.6-7 bacon slices
- Place the bacon wrapped chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook at 200C/400F for 5 minutes on each side.
- Remove the air fryer bacon wrapped chicken and serve it with your favorite dipping sauce.
