Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tray Bake (Printable)
Tender chicken thighs wrapped in bacon, roasted with seasonal vegetables for an easy, satisfying dinner.
# What You'll 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 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
07 - ½ 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
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
03 - Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly over each thigh.
04 - Wrap each chicken thigh with a slice of bacon, securing the ends underneath to hold in place.
05 - Arrange baby potatoes, carrots, and red onion on the baking tray. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with dried thyme, salt, and pepper; toss to coat evenly.
06 - Place the bacon-wrapped chicken thighs evenly over the prepared vegetables.
07 - Roast in the oven for 25 minutes until vegetables begin to soften and bacon starts rendering fat.
08 - Remove the tray from oven, add green beans, and toss gently with the other vegetables and pan juices.
09 - Return to the oven and roast for another 15 minutes, or until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and bacon is crispy.
10 - Let the tray rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve directly from the tray family-style.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The bacon keeps the chicken incredibly juicy while getting perfectly crispy
- Everything cooks on one pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
02 -
- Drying the chicken thoroughly before wrapping is what makes the bacon actually crisp instead of staying flabby
- The green beans really do need to go in halfway through or they end up overcooked and sad
03 -
- Tuck the bacon ends underneath the chicken so they do not unravel while roasting
- A drizzle of honey or balsamic vinegar in the last 5 minutes creates this gorgeous glaze