Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 slices turkey bacon, cut in half
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (like parsley, thyme, or rosemary), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Optional Dipping Sauces:
- Garlic yogurt dip (Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice)
- Honey mustard sauce
- BBQ sauce
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
- Mix the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, chopped fresh herbs, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: Add chicken pieces, toss to coat evenly, and cover.
- Marinate: Let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for deeper flavor).
Step 2: Wrap and Skewer
- Preheat Oven or Grill: Set your oven or grill to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap in Turkey Bacon: Take a marinated chicken piece and wrap it with half a slice of turkey bacon.
- Secure with Skewers: Thread the wrapped chicken onto soaked wooden skewers to hold everything together.
Step 3: Cook the Chicken Bites
- Grill Method:
- Place the skewers on a preheated grill and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and the bacon is crisp.
- Oven Method:
- Arrange the skewers on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
- Remove from Heat: Let the chicken bites rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve Warm: Pair with your favorite dipping sauce or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 32g