Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with these mouthwatering Crock Pot Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites! Imagine tender, juicy chicken pieces lovingly embraced by crispy bacon, all slow-cooked to perfection in a tantalizing barbecue sauce. This recipe is not just a meal; it's a flavor adventure that will have your family and friends begging for seconds – and the recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 slices of bacon, cut in half
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Cut each slice of bacon in half, creating 16 pieces of bacon. This will be used to wrap each chicken piece.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well until all the ingredients are evenly mixed. This will be your marinade and flavoring for the chicken bites.
- Take each piece of chicken and wrap it with a half slice of bacon. Secure the bacon in place by placing it seam side down in your crock pot. Repeat this process until all the chicken pieces are wrapped and placed in the crock pot.
- Once all the chicken bites are wrapped and in the crock pot, pour the prepared barbecue sauce mixture evenly over the top of the bacon-wrapped chicken. Make sure to coat the chicken bites well with the sauce.
- Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on low for 2 hours. This slow cooking will allow the flavors to meld together and the bacon to become crispy.
- After 2 hours, check the chicken bites to ensure they are fully cooked and the bacon is crispy. If desired, you can cook them for an additional 15-30 minutes on high for extra crispiness.
- Once done, carefully remove the bacon-wrapped chicken bites from the crock pot and place them on a serving platter. You can drizzle any remaining barbecue sauce from the pot over the bites for added flavor.
- Serve the bacon-wrapped chicken bites warm as an appetizer or main dish. Enjoy your delicious and flavorful creation!
Tips
- Choose the Right Bacon: Use medium-thickness bacon that will crisp up nicely but won't overwhelm the chicken.
- Prevent Sticking: Lightly spray your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray before adding the chicken bites to ensure easy removal.
- Even Cooking: Try to arrange the bacon-wrapped chicken bites in a single layer without too much overlapping to ensure consistent cooking.
- Crispy Finish: If you prefer extra crispy bacon, consider a quick broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes after slow cooking.
- Sauce Variation: Experiment with different barbecue sauces or add a touch of honey for a sweet-savory twist.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: You can prepare the chicken bites and marinade the night before, storing them in the refrigerator to save time on cooking day.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair these bites with a cool ranch or blue cheese dip for an extra flavor dimension.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 110mg
