Brown Sugar Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

Name: Brown Sugar Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 large chicken thigh fillets, halved; 8 slices bacon slices; 2 tbsp extra light brown soft sugar; 1 tsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Juicy chicken thighs are seasoned, wrapped in smoky bacon, and baked until glossy, caramelized, and golden. A light brown sugar coating balances the savory spices and creates an easy weeknight dinner that feels special.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time15 Mins

Cook Time25 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

large chicken thigh fillets, halved
4
bacon slices
8 slices
extra light brown soft sugar
2 tbsp
olive oil
1 tsp
garlic powder
1 tsp
paprika
1 tsp
cayenne pepper
0.5 tsp
all-purpose flour
1 tbsp
salt
0.5 tsp
black pepper
0.5 tsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C) convection, or 425°F (220°C) conventional. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, flour, salt, and black pepper. Place the brown sugar in a separate shallow bowl.

Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, then coat each piece evenly in the seasoning mixture. Shake off any excess so the spices do not clump.

Lay one strip of bacon on a board, place a piece of chicken at one end, and roll it up tightly. Set it seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining chicken and bacon.

Sprinkle and gently press the brown sugar over the bacon-wrapped chicken, coating the tops and sides as evenly as possible.

Drizzle lightly with olive oil to help the bacon brown, then bake for about 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is golden.