Air Fryer Chicken Wrapped in Bacon

This recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Wrapped in Bacon is the perfect convenience food! Juicy, flavorful chicken wrapped in bacon and cooked to perfection in your air fryer. This dish is sure to become a family favorite!

The beauty of this recipe is that it is so easy to make! Simply wrap your chicken in bacon and place it in the air fryer. In just minutes, you'll have perfectly cooked chicken that is juicy and full of flavor. The bacon adds a nice crispy element that takes it over the top.

Check out my list of other Air Fryer Recipes for even more tasty recipes as well as the free printable cooking chart below.

Anyone who's ever had to cook dinner after a long day knows that the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen. But just because you're short on time doesn't mean you have to resort to unhealthy fast food.

With a little planning and the help of an air fryer, you can have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in no time. Air frying chicken is a great way to get dinner on the table fast. Not only is it quick and easy, but it's also relatively healthy since there's no need for oil.

Plus, air fried chicken is usually very juicy and full of flavor. It's always an easy addition to any weekly meal plan I'm putting together for my family.

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!

Table of Contents

• What do serve with Chicken?
• Helpful Kitchen Tools
• Main Ingredients Needed
• Step-by-Step Instructions
• Before You Begin!
• Recipe Variations
• Storage Tips
• 📖 Recipe Card
• 💬 Comments

Looking for more Air Fryer Recipes? Try my tomato salad, homemade Italian dressing recipe and even my pasta salad. Yum!

What do serve with Chicken?

When it comes to side dishes, there are endless possibilities to choose from. However, not all side dishes are created equal. When selecting side dishes to accompany an air fryer chicken recipe, it is important to consider both flavor and texture.

For example, a light salad with fresh vegetables might pair well with a crispy air fried chicken, while a heavier side like mashed potatoes, Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes or mac and cheese would be better suited for a juicier chicken.

In addition, it is also worth considering the seasonings used in the chicken recipe when selecting side dishes. For example, spicy chicken would pair well with a cooling yogurt sauce or a simple cucumber salad. Ultimately, the best side dish is one that complements the flavors of the main dish without overshadowing 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 Hamiliton Beach Air Fryer that I use and while the basket is not as big as I would like, it works great! 

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Main Ingredients Needed

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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.

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.

Storage Tips

• Store any leftover chicken in an air-tight container.
• You can reheat the chicken using the air fryer again simply by cooking for a few minutes or until warmed through.

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