Maple Bacon Chicken Bites
These Maple Bacon Chicken Bites combine juicy bite-sized chicken with smoky bacon, sweet maple syrup, and a hint of cinnamon. They're easy to prepare and make a delicious appetizer for parties, game days, holiday gatherings, or casual snacking.
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Calories: 90kcal
Servings: 16 bites
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Toothpicks
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon cut in half
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds for garnish (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season the chicken: Add the chicken pieces, maple syrup, cinnamon, and sea salt to a bowl. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Wrap the chicken: Place one bacon half around each chicken piece and secure with a toothpick. Arrange the bites on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 15 minutes, then carefully turn the bites. Continue baking for another 12–15 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked and the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Garnish: Transfer the bites to a serving platter and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and fresh parsley, if desired.
- Serve: Serve warm with extra maple syrup or your favorite dipping sauce, if desired.
Notes
- Cut the chicken into evenly sized pieces so everything cooks at the same rate.
- For crispier bacon, partially cook the bacon for a few minutes before wrapping the chicken.
- Thick-cut bacon may require additional cooking time.
- Don't rely on bacon color alone; chicken should reach 165°F in the center.
- Prepare the wrapped bites up to 1 day ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Nutrition
Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 180mg | Fiber: 5g