Bacon Chicken Bites Recipe (Easy Lunch or Appetizer)

I came up with the idea for these bacon chicken bites when I needed an idea for a potluck. I had chicken in the fridge that I was going to use for Parmesan chicken nuggets, so I made these up instead and had them done in less than an hour. The key is the honey, mustard, and garlic glaze.

Even though I originally created this recipe as an appetizer, we like them so much that I’ve made them for dinner many times. We like to have finger-food dinners occasionally, so it’s fun to pair them with raw veggie skewers.

So, so yummy.

Bacon Chicken Bites With Honey Mustard Glaze

These bacon chicken bites really are simple to make. First, I cut the chicken into bite-size pieces. (Ok, two or three bites.)

Then I wrapped each piece in a third of a piece of bacon. I found that as long as the ends of the bacon were on the bottom side of the chicken, I didn’t need to secure them with a toothpick. If you plan to transport or store these, use toothpicks to secure.

Last, I brushed the glaze over the bacon chicken pieces before cooking. The kids love helping with this part.

Note: If you like your bites a little crisper, I suggest pouring off the liquid in the bottom of the baking sheet a few minutes before they’re done cooking.

Other Grain-Free Appetizers

It can often be hard to find grain-free, dairy-free, healthy options when we get invited to a potluck. These bacon chicken bites are my solution. I make up a plateful to bring and that way we always have something we can eat.

They’re also sure to be a crowd pleaser. I haven’t found many people who don’t like these savory appetizers. So make sure you make enough, or you might not get any!

Here are some more grain-free appetizer ideas that I like to make:

• Baked Coconut Shrimp With Piña Colada Sauce
• Bacon-wrapped Salmon Patties (really tasty and a great way to use canned salmon)
• BBQ Chicken Ranch Nachos (alright, these ones are a little more work, but they’re so tasty!)
• Greek Meatballs
• Healthy French Onion Dip
• Layered Taco Dip (not my recipe, but I can totally see myself making this with my own taco seasoning and guacamole)
• Shrimp and Cucumber Appetizer (super fast, easy, and healthy)
• Smoked Salmon Dip

In the meantime, give these protein-packed bacon chicken bites a try!

Bacon Chicken Bites Recipe

Bacon wrapped chicken bites seasoned with a mustard glaze. One pan and quick to make!

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Calories 166kcal

Author Katie Wells

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Servings

6

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Ingredients

• 3 chicken breasts
• 9 slices bacon
• 3 TBSP Dijon mustard
• 3 TBSP honey
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 425°F.
• Cut the bacon slices in to thirds.
• Cut each chicken breast into about nine pieces.
• Wrap each chicken piece with a piece of bacon and place on a baking sheet with the ends of the bacon on the bottom, or secure with a toothpick.
• In a small bowl, mix together mustard, honey, and spices and pour/brush on top of each piece of bacon wrapped chicken.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes or until bacon is browned and chicken is completely cooked.
• Cool slightly and serve.
• Enjoy!

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Bacon Chicken Bites Recipe

Amount Per Serving (5 chicken bite)

Calories 166 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Cholesterol 73mg24%

Sodium 386mg17%

Potassium 438mg13%

Carbohydrates 7g2%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 6g7%

Protein 25g50%

Vitamin A 34IU1%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 12mg1%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with a little goat cheese and some minced chives!

If there is a lot of liquid in the bottom of the pan, pour it off in the last couple minutes of cooking so that the bottoms get a little crispier.

What’s your favorite potluck or picnic recipe? Want to try these for your next outing? Share below!