Best 4 Spicy Sweet Chicken Bacon Bites Recipes

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Spicy, sweet, with just the right amount of crunch and smokiness, these bacon-wrapped chicken bursts of flavor are sure to be a hit at any occasion. They are a breeze to make, and you only need a few simple ingredients. So if you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer that will tantalize your taste buds, look no further.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY SWEET CHICKEN BACON BITES



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I've been serving these for many years. Guests love dipping the bacon-wrapped chicken tidbits into blue cheese salad dressing or barbeque sauce. -Jacqulyn Fletcher, Liberty Lake, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 pound thick-sliced peppered bacon strips
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Blue cheese salad dressing and barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cut bacon strips crosswise into thirds. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain; keep warm., Wrap a bacon piece around each chicken piece; secure with a toothpick. In a shallow bowl, mix brown sugar and seasonings. Add wrapped chicken, a few pieces at a time, and toss to coat., Place on 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 10-12 minutes or until bacon is crisp and chicken is no longer pink. Serve with salad dressing and barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SWEET AND SPICY BACON BITES



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound slab bacon, cut into 1-by-1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in an even layer in a large skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often with a rubber spatula, until the bacon is light golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the maple syrup, black pepper and cayenne in a small bowl.
  • Pour off some of the rendered bacon fat, leaving just a small amount. Return the skillet to the heat and pour the maple syrup mixture over the bacon. Braise gently until the syrup thickens and glazes the bacon and the bacon is deep golden brown, about 15 minutes. Serve warm.

SWEET AND SPICY BACON CHICKEN BITES



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Delicious chicken sweet and spicy chicken bites wrapped in bacon are sure to be a hit!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 chicken breasts (cut into 1 inch pieces)
6-8 slices of bacon
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper
optional garnish: sliced green onions.

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil and spraying with cooking spray. Cut bacon in halves to thirds depending on how thick your chicken is. Wrap each piece of chicken in the bacon.
  • In a small bowl add the chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder. In another small bowl add the brown sugar. Roll the bacon wrapped chicken first in the spices and then in the brown sugar. Place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper and remaining brown sugar (if any) and bake for 35-40 minutes until the bacon is crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 102 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN BACON BITES



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Ginger and orange marmalade give these rumaki-style snacks wonderful flavor. I marinate the wrapped chicken earlier in the day and broil them when guests arrive. -Betty Pierson, Wellington, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 bacon strips, halved
10 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 24 cubes
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
Sweet-and-sour sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Place bacon on a broiler rack. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until partially cooked; cool. , Wrap a piece of bacon around a chicken cube and water chestnut slice; secure with a toothpick. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the marmalade, soy sauce, garlic and ginger. Add wrapped chicken; seal and carefully turn to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours., Drain and discard marinade. Broil chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side or chicken is no longer pink and bacon is crisp. Serve warm with sweet-and-sour sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For a crispy coating, make sure the chicken and bacon are dry before coating them in the flour mixture.
  • To prevent the sauce from burning, cook it over medium heat and stir constantly.
  • If you don't have brown sugar, you can use granulated sugar instead.
  • Serve the chicken bacon bites with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or honey mustard.

Conclusion:

Spicy sweet chicken bacon bites are an easy and delicious appetizer or main course. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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