Name: Air Fryer Chicken Wrapped in Bacon : Juicy, Crispy & Packed with Flavor
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast or tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces; 8–10 slices of bacon, cut in half; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; Optional: toothpicks, BBQ sauce or ranch for dipping

Air Fryer Chicken Wrapped in Bacon : Juicy, Crispy & Packed with Flavor

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This Air Fryer Chicken Wrapped in Bacon is the ultimate combo of juicy, tender chicken and crispy, smoky bacon. It’s quick, protein-rich, and absolutely bursting with flavor. Whether you’re looking for an easy appetizer, low-carb dinner, or crowd-pleasing snack, these savory bites deliver in just 20 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Author: annareynolds
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 minutes
Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb chicken breast or tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces

8–10 slices of bacon, cut in half

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: toothpicks, BBQ sauce or ranch for dipping

Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).

Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Wrap each chicken piece with half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick if needed.

Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer, bacon seam-side down.

Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until bacon is crispy and chicken is cooked through.

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or as is!

Nutrition

Calories: 280
Fat: 20g
Protein: 25g

Find it online: https://thecomfortspoon.com/air-fryer-chicken-wrapped-in-bacon/