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Air Fryer Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

Published: Sep 11, 2018 · Modified: Dec 21, 2024 by Tanya · This post may contain affiliate links · 15 Comments

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This Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken is covered in a sweet and spicy rub for a quick and easy appetizer. With only 5 ingredients, this recipe is easy, delicious, and a perfect delicious appetizer.

This Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken on white plate


 

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I love making appetizers in my Air Fryer. Sometimes I’ll throw some already made frozen ones in there but most of the time I opt for homemade. Some of my favorite appetizer are my Crispy Korean Air Fried Chicken Wings and my Air Fried Copycat Cheesecake Factory Avocado Rolls.

Now I can add these Air Fried Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites to the list. 

This Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken in air fryer

I first had these chicken bites when my Sister in Law brought them to our families annual Kwanza celebration. Everyone brought an appetizer (I brought buffalo chicken dip)and I could not keep my hands of these. She shared the recipe with me. Fast forward to now, where I am Air Fryer obsessed, and I decided to give them a go in my lovely Air Frying machine. 

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Only 5 Ingredients in this Air Fryer Recipe

This recipe uses only 5 ingredients and has only a 13-15 minute cooktime, depending on your brand of Air Fryer. There's no need to even flip them. This is likely the easiest appetizer ever.

Cooking Bacon in the Air Fryer is something I do anyway so there is no suprise that this works great. There is no need to spray anything with oil in this recipe as bacon releases it's own fat. Everything will cook to a nice delicious crisp. I have more information on Air Fryer Tips in this article 10 Air Fryer Tips Every Air Fryer Owner Should Know.

If you like chicken bites, try my Seasoned air fryer chicken bites recipe.

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Air Fryer Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Chicken

This Air Fried Bacon Wrapped Chicken is covered in a sweet and spicy rub for a quick and easy appetizer. With only 5 ingredients, this recipe is easy, delicious, and a perfect delicious appetizer. 
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes minutes
Total Time 23 minutes minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 339kcal
Author Tanya
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 6 slices bacon cut into thirds*
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • ½ Tablespoon chili powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Place a piece of chicken on one end of a piece of bacon. Roll it up and secure each one with a toothpick. 
  • Combine brown sugar, chili powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl and stir. Coat each piece of bacon wrapped chicken in this mixture and set aside. 
  • Place bacon wrapped chicken pieces in Air Fryer Basket, making sure they have space in between them. Close basket and cook at 390 Degrees Fahrenheit for 13-15 minutes. 

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Notes

Notes on Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

  • If you run out of bacon before chicken, just grab a few more pieces of bacon to finish.
  • Cook these in batches if you cannot fit them all in the Air Fryer without overlapping them.

Suggested Tools for Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites

  • Air Fryer
  • Grill Tray for Air Fryer
  • Meat Thermometer

Nutrition

Calories: 339kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 371mg | Potassium: 528mg | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 355IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 0.9mg
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Step by Step Photos of Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken

raw chicken cut up
Cut chicken into 1 inch pieces.
chicken wrapped in bacon
Wrap each piece of chicken into bacon piece and secure with a toothpick.
chicken wrapped in bacon of brown sugar
Combine brown sugar, chili powder, and cayenne pepper in bowl. Coat each piece of bacon wrapped chicken with the mixture, shalking of excess.
chicken wrapped in bacon in air fryer basket
Place Bacon Wrapped Chicken Pieces in Air Fryer basket, making sure they do not overlap. Bake at 390 degrees Farenheit for 13-15 minutes.

 

 

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  1. Jeff Snyder says

    March 08, 2022 at 10:28 am

    We have come to love our Air Fryer. Tried this recipe and it was an instant hit. My wife just loves them.

    Thanks,
    Jeff

    Reply
    • Tanya says

      March 08, 2022 at 9:37 pm

      Thanks Jeff! So glad you like them 🙂

      Reply
  2. Mary says

    January 24, 2021 at 4:12 pm

    I have made these so many times. Always such a huge hit! Thank you for the recipe and I LOVE not turning the oven on. ☺️

    Reply
    • Tanya says

      January 26, 2021 at 10:03 am

      Thanks so much Mary!

      Reply
  3. Diana Tedesko says

    June 18, 2020 at 3:15 pm

    This was delicious, quick and easy. My husband really enjoyed it. I cooked mine at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, the bacon needed a little more cook time in my air fryer. Next time, I'll add a little more cayenne for added heat! Thank you for the recipe!!!

    Reply
  4. Randee says

    February 09, 2020 at 3:04 pm

    Can you use Turkey bacon in this recipe?

    Reply
    • Tanya says

      February 10, 2020 at 11:24 am

      I don't see why not. It won't taste the same and it might not get as crispy but it's worth a try. Please let me know if you give it a try.

      Reply
  5. Patricia says

    January 08, 2020 at 11:22 am

    Enjoy using my Mischief Box veggies & fruits with my air fry machine just received it! I’m an elderly widow with a veggie living Jack Russell Terrier.?

    Reply
  6. Janice says

    January 01, 2020 at 5:21 pm

    My very first attempt with air fryer and bacon pretty much burned. Chicken was dry. Can anyone help me out? Not the best cook in the world but I’m trying! Any secrets to using this new contraption?

    Reply
    • Tanya says

      January 01, 2020 at 5:26 pm

      Hi Janice, it may be that your air fryer machine cooks a little faster than mine. I would try reducing the time and checking about 5 minutes earlier. Don’t give up on the air fryer though, just takes a little time to get familiar with your machine.

      Reply
      • Janice says

        January 03, 2020 at 1:17 pm

        Thank you. I’m trying again tonight. I forgot it’s not an instant pot or crock pot and I need to watch it! Husband ate it anyway ?. It is a good recipe. Instructions perfect.

      • Tanya says

        January 03, 2020 at 10:49 pm

        Thanks. I hope they turn out perfect next time 🙂

  7. Kate says

    December 11, 2018 at 4:11 am

    This was a great, easy, and fast recipe! I use provolone cheese. I will definitely be making it again.

    Reply
  8. Karl says

    September 16, 2018 at 4:55 am

    These look so delicious ty

    Reply
  9. Jamie says

    September 11, 2018 at 10:26 am

    This looks amazing I can not wait to try it!!!

    Reply

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