Description
These Maple Bacon Glazed Chicken Bites are the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a rich maple glaze and tossed with crispy bacon for an irresistible dish. Serve as an appetizer, snack, or main dish with your favorite sides!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces (for tender, juicy bites)
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (for smoky, crispy texture)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (for natural sweetness)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (adds depth and caramel notes)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (for tanginess and flavor)
- 1 tsp soy sauce (for umami and saltiness)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (for a savory kick)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder (adds depth of flavor)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil (for cooking the chicken)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
- Cook the Bacon:
- Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove, crumble, and set aside.
- Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a little oil or cooking spray.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the Glaze:
- Reduce the heat to low and pour the glaze over the chicken.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and coats the chicken.
- Add the Bacon:
- Stir in the crumbled bacon and toss to coat the chicken evenly.
- Serve:
- Serve the chicken bites warm as an appetizer or main dish. Garnish with extra bacon crumbles if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use turkey bacon and reduce the amount of brown sugar.
- Double the recipe for larger gatherings—these bites disappear fast!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American