Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tray Bake (Printable Version)
Crispy bacon envelopes juicy chicken thighs atop a bed of roasted vegetables. Simple prep, family-pleasing results.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken & Bacon
01 - 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
02 - 8 slices streaky bacon
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Vegetables
08 - 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
09 - 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
10 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
11 - 7 oz green beans, trimmed
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
14 - Salt and pepper to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - Combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub spice mixture evenly over each thigh. Wrap each chicken thigh with a slice of bacon, tucking the ends underneath to secure.
04 - Place baby potatoes, carrots, and red onion wedges on the prepared baking tray. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
05 - Arrange bacon-wrapped chicken thighs evenly over the vegetables on the baking tray.
06 - Roast in preheated oven for 25 minutes until chicken begins to brown and vegetables start to soften.
07 - Remove tray from oven. Add trimmed green beans and toss gently with the other vegetables using tongs.
08 - Return to oven and roast for 15 minutes until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and bacon is crispy. Vegetables should be tender when pierced with a fork.
09 - Let tray rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute. Serve directly from the baking tray.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The bacon keeps the chicken incredibly juicy while creating that irresistible crispy edge everyone fights over
- Everything cooks on one tray so you can spend time with your family instead of doing dishes
02 -
- Do not overlap the vegetables too much or they will steam instead of roast
- Adding the green beans halfway through prevents them from becoming mushy and overcooked
03 -
- Stretch the bacon slightly before wrapping to help it stay in place without toothpicks
- Use a rimmed baking sheet to catch any rendered bacon fat and prevent oven spills