Description
Indulge in the ultimate handheld delight with the Crispy Chicken Beef Bacon Wrap, featuring tender chicken wrapped in savory beef bacon for a mouthwatering experience. Perfect for any occasion, this dish combines irresistible crunch with rich flavors that will leave you wanting more!
Ingredients
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Cayenne pepper (optional)
- Thin-Sliced Beef Bacon
- Cheddar cheese (optional)
- Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
- Cream cheese (optional)
- Mozzarella cheese (optional)
- Jalapeños (optional)
- Non-Alcoholic BBQ sauce (optional)
- Honey mustard (optional)
- Maple syrup (optional)
- Dijon mustard (optional)
- Wooden toothpicks (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
- Pound the Chicken: Place chicken breasts or thighs between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or a heavy rolling pin, pound them evenly to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Cut the Chicken: Cut the flattened chicken into strips or small cutlets, depending on your preference.
- Season Generously: In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with your chosen seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper).
- Step 2: Assemble the Wraps
- Prepare Fillings (if using): If you’re adding cheese or jalapeños, cut them into small strips.
- Wrap it Up: Lay a strip of beef bacon flat on your work surface. Place a seasoned chicken piece at one end of the bacon and add any fillings on top. Carefully roll the beef bacon around the chicken and fillings.
- Secure (if needed): If your wrap isn't holding its shape, insert a pre-soaked wooden toothpick through the wrap to secure the seam.
- Step 3: Choose Your Cooking Method
- Oven Baking Method: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Arrange the wraps on the wire rack and bake for 20-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Air Fryer Method: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the wraps in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-18 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Step 4: Rest and Serve
- Rest: Once cooked, remove the wraps from the oven or air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- Remove Toothpicks: Carefully remove any toothpicks before serving.
- Enjoy: Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: For the ultimate crispiness, don't skip the wire rack during baking. Thin beef bacon cooks faster and gets crispier, and patting the chicken dry before seasoning helps with browning.