Description
These Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites are a perfect combination of crispy bacon, tender chicken, and gooey cheese. They are seasoned with a flavorful mix of spices and baked to perfection, making them a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
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Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites:
- 4 oz thin sliced cheese, parmesan and cheddar cut into 1″ squares
- 1.5 lbs chicken cutlets or tenders
- 1.5 lbs bacon, *thin sliced only*
Brown Sugar Seasoning:
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Chicken Seasoning:
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt and pepper (each)
Instructions
- Prepare the Seasonings: Mix the brown sugar seasoning ingredients in a bowl and the chicken seasoning ingredients in another bowl.
- Wrap and Season: Wrap each chicken piece with a cheese square, then wrap with a slice of bacon. Season the wrapped chicken with the chicken seasoning mix.
- Bake: Place the prepared chicken bites on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve: Let the chicken bites cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the seasoning mix to suit your taste preferences by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper or other spices.
- Make sure to use thin-sliced bacon for easier wrapping around the chicken and cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg