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Keto Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites - Crispy, Juicy, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken breast (boneless, skinless), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Bacon (thin-cut works best for crisping), halved crosswise
  • Olive oil or avocado oil
  • Salt (fine sea salt or kosher salt)
  • Black pepper, freshly ground
  • Garlic powder
  • Smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
  • Onion powder (optional, but nice)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Toothpicks (optional, for securing and serving)
  • Sugar-free dipping sauce (optional): ranch, chipotle mayo, sugar-free BBQ, or buffalo sauce

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment and place a wire rack on top. This helps the bacon crisp and keeps the bites from sitting in grease.
  2. Prep the chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Cut into even 1-inch cubes for consistent cooking.
  3. Season: In a bowl, toss chicken with 1 tablespoon oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like heat.
  4. Wrap with bacon: Cut bacon slices in half crosswise. Wrap each chicken cube with a half slice and place seam-side down. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
  5. Arrange on rack: Space bites evenly on the rack so air can circulate. Don’t crowd the pan.
  6. Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the bacon is browned and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). If you want extra crisp, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  7. Rest and serve: Let the bites rest for 3–5 minutes. Serve with keto-friendly dips like ranch or chipotle mayo.