This Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Chicken is the ultimate convenience food—juicy, flavorful, and perfectly crispy!
The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make! Just wrap each piece in bacon, pop it in the air fryer, and let it cook to perfection.
In minutes, you'll have a tender, savory bite with a crispy, smoky finish that takes it over the top. Simple, delicious, and totally irresistible!
Check out my list of other Air Fryer Recipes for even more tasty recipes as well as the free printable cooking chart below.
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After a long day, the last thing you want is to spend hours in the kitchen—but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for unhealthy fast food.
With a little planning and an air fryer, you can whip up a quick, delicious, and healthy meal in no time.
Air frying chicken is a game-changer—it cooks fast, requires minimal effort, and delivers crispy, flavorful results without the need for excess oil. It’s the perfect way to get dinner on the table without the hassle!
If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that is sure to please, look no further than this recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Wrapped in Bacon!
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What do serve with Chicken?
When choosing side dishes for an air fryer chicken recipe, it's important to think about flavor and texture to create a balanced meal.
A crispy air-fried chicken pairs well with a light salad full of fresh vegetables, while juicier chicken is best served with heartier sides like mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, or Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes.
Also, consider the seasonings on the chicken. Spicy chicken goes great with a cooling yogurt sauce or a refreshing cucumber salad. The best side dish should enhance the main dish without overpowering it!
Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Air fryer - the one I have is listed below. It works great for our family and it doesn't take up much room on the kitchen counter either..something that's important to me.
- Digital Meat Thermometer - I don't know about you, but I used to "guess" a lot when chicken was cooked completely and most of the time it was overdone. I always, always use this digital meat thermometer to make sure it's cooked perfect every single time.
- Silicone basting brush - I like to use a brush with silicone. Makes cleanin up easy too.
This is the Hamilton Beach Air Fryer that I use and while the basket is not as big as I would like, it works great!
ThermoPro TP03 Digital Instant Read MeatMore InformationHamilton Beach 2.6 Quart Digital AirMore InformationAir Fryer Perfection: From Crispy FriesMore InformationAir Fryer Cookbook for Beginners: 800More Information
Main Ingredients Needed
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Recipe Variations
- Brush the chicken with barbecue sauce before baking for a rich, smoky flavor.
- Try my Homemade Barbecue Sauce that's made with only three ingredients.
- Add a little brown sugar to the top of the chicken for a little sweet flavor like I do with my Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Bites recipe.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 | Season the Chicken
- Add all the spices to a bowl and mix.
- Season the chicken on both sides with the spice mix.
Step 2 | Wrap Chicken with Bacon
- Wrap the chicken in bacon.
- Add the chicken to the air fryer basket that's been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
- Season the top of the bacon with the remaining amount of seasoning.
Step 3 | Cooking Instructions
- Cook at 400°F for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the basket and allow it to rest for a few minutes.
Serving Tip
Serve the chicken with either of my Pizza Dipping Sauces. They make great dipping sauces for chicken as well.
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Storage Tips
- Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container.
- You can reheat the chicken using the air fryer again simply by cooking for a few minutes or until warmed through.
📖 Recipe Card
Air Fryer Chicken Wrapped in Bacon
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 12 ounces bacon
Method
- Add all the spices to a bowl and mix.
- Season the chicken on both sides with the spice mix.
- Wrap the chicken in bacon.
- Add the chicken to the air fryer basket that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
- Season the top of the bacon with the remaining amount of seasoning.
- Cook at 400°F for 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the basket and allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Stacy Roman says
This looks fantastic.I can’t wait to try it .I love air fryer recipes .