Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thigh Tray Bake (Print View)

Tender bacon-wrapped chicken thighs roasted with hearty vegetables for a simple family dinner.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - Whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl until combined.
03 - Pat chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. Rub spice mixture evenly over each thigh, coating all sides.
04 - Wrap each chicken thigh with one slice of bacon, securing the ends underneath the chicken. Place seam-side down.
05 - Arrange 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 until evenly coated.
06 - Place bacon-wrapped chicken thighs evenly over the vegetable mixture, leaving space between pieces for proper air circulation.
07 - Roast in preheated oven for 25 minutes until bacon begins to crisp and vegetables start to soften.
08 - Remove tray from oven. Scatter trimmed green beans over the vegetables and toss gently to combine with pan juices.
09 - Return to oven and roast for 15 minutes longer until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F, bacon is crispy, and vegetables are tender.
10 - Let tray rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Serve directly from the baking tray.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one tray, meaning minimal cleanup and maximum flavor
  • The bacon keeps the chicken incredibly moist while creating crispy, savory edges everyone fights over
  • Hearty vegetables roast alongside the meat, becoming caramelized and golden in the bacon fat
02 -
  • Pat the chicken completely dry before seasoning, or the rub won't stick properly and you'll miss out on flavor
  • Don't overcrowd the vegetables, or they'll steam instead of roast and never develop those golden crispy edges
  • The bacon will shrink as it cooks, so wrap each thigh snugly but not so tight it splits during roasting
03 -
  • Cook the bacon halfway in a pan before wrapping if you want it extra crispy, though the chicken may need slightly less time in the oven
  • A drizzle of honey or splash of balsamic vinegar during the last five minutes creates an incredible sticky glaze

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