Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast Bites

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Today we are bringing you fabulous small batch, small bites that are BIG on flavor with our delicious AIR FRYER WRAPPED CHICKEN BREAST BITES recipe. You’ll agree that this protein-packed “finger food on a fork” is wrapped and spiced to perfection after popping one in your mouth! What’s that? You say you don’t have an air fryer? Well don’t fret at all because we are also going to show you how to get this yumminess together in your oven!

Three pieces of cooked bacon-wrapped chicken are arranged on a blue and white patterned plate, with a small glass bowl of creamy sauce and herbs placed behind them.

You can do this in several batches to make more, but we use two large chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces. We only place about 4 or 5 bites at a time on our liner, as our air fryer is a bit smaller. Cook for ten or more minutes at 375° (or 15-20 minutes in your oven), checking and turning them at intervals. Be sure to use your meat thermometer along the way to make sure the center of the chicken is at 165° when done.

Just like with our BACON WRAPPED ONION MEATBALL BOMBS, bacon is our favorite way to wrap up a recipe and easily and immediately make it even better!

Ingredients

Two chicken breasts, bacon, simple seasonings, and olive oil. That’s it! Simply wrap with the bacon, air fry and enjoy with your fave dipping sauce!

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What You’ll Need

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 6 slices of bacon, halved
  • Garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, salt and pepper
  • Olive oil

See recipe card for full ingredient list and quantities.

Why You Will Love These Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast Bites

  • Works great for small or large batches – you can whip up a small plate or prepare several batches for more people. The larger the air fryer, the more you can make!
  • Easy in the air fryer – the amazing air fryer gets excellent results and keep your kitchen cool at the same time.
  • It’s “finger food on a fork!” – packed with protein, these are small, delicious and easy to serve up and eat with a fork (or fingers!).

Instructions

Quick prep makes this recipe so easy! Prep, cook, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce!

A person holds a blue cutting board with raw chicken pieces over a speckled bowl on a wooden surface. Nearby are a pepper grinder, three spice jars, and a dark glass bottle. A stovetop is partially visible.

Preheat the air fryer to 375° Prep chicken breasts by drying and cutting into bite size pieces.

A person pours oil from a bottle into a bowl of raw chicken pieces on a wooden cutting board, with spice jars and a pepper grinder nearby on a stovetop.

Coat the chicken bites with olive oil in a large bowl.

A person sprinkles garlic powder from a labeled jar onto raw chicken pieces in a speckled bowl on a wooden counter, with other spices, a pepper grinder, and an olive oil bottle nearby.

Season with garlic powder.

A person sprinkles smoked paprika from a jar onto raw chicken pieces in a large speckled bowl on a wooden cutting board. Other seasonings and a bottle of oil are nearby on the board.

Smoked paprika.

A person holds a jar labeled "oregano leaves" above a bowl of raw, seasoned chicken pieces on a wooden cutting board; spices and a pepper grinder sit nearby on a kitchen stove.

And ground oregano.

A person seasons raw chicken in a speckled bowl with salt, surrounded by spice containers, a pepper grinder, and a bottle on a wooden cutting board atop a stove.

Also, season with salt.

A person grinds black pepper over a bowl containing raw, seasoned meat. Spice jars and a ceramic container are on a wooden cutting board, which is placed above a stovetop.

And black pepper. Mix well to make sure all pieces are coated.

A person wraps a piece of seasoned chicken with bacon over a wooden cutting board. A bowl of chicken pieces, a tray of bacon, and a round parchment paper liner are also visible.

Cut 6 bacon pieces in half and use each one to wrap the chicken bites.

A person wraps a piece of seasoned chicken in bacon over a wooden cutting board. A bowl with more seasoned chicken is on the left, and bacon slices are on plastic wrap in the center.

Place them seam side down in the liner for the air fryer tray.

A bowl of seasoned chicken pieces sits on a wooden cutting board next to a package of bacon and an air fryer basket lined with parchment paper containing bacon-wrapped chicken pieces.

Once the air fryer has preheated, carefully place the liner in the tray. Cook for 10 minutes, flipping over halfway if desired.

A tray with bacon-wrapped appetizers on parchment paper sits beside a blue and white plate holding a jar of dipping sauce and two bacon-wrapped pieces, all on a wooden surface.

Check the internal temperature to make sure it reaches 165°. Cook in 3 to 5 minute intervals until it reaches that temperature for done-ness. Serve with your favorite sauce and enjoy!

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Why Brooke loves this recipe!

Recipes are like antiques. They are meant to be handed down from one generation to another. Each one holding a special memory or nostalgic memory. Here is why we love this one!

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If you want to keep your kitchen cooler on hot days, then cooking these bite-sized delights in an air fryer is absolutely the way to go! You can keep your house cool while still having some delicious, easy to prepare food with this delectable chicken and bacon combo! What’s not to love?

Substitutions

With this recipe, I can think of a few customizations to help get you going.

Toothpicks – while we roll up the bacon and place the piece seam side down, feel free to spear each one with a toothpick for more stability.
Bacon – for a healthier wrap, you can substitute turkey bacon.
Oregano – you can use oregano leaves or ground oregano according to taste or what you have on hand.

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Three pieces of bacon-wrapped chicken are on a blue and white plate with a small bowl of creamy dipping sauce. More bacon-wrapped chicken pieces are visible on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the background.

Equipment

I love to share recipes that are no special equipment required but here are a few things that would definitely make this recipe easier!
MY FAVORITE AIR FRYER
MY FAVORITE MIXING BOWL
MY FAVORITE MEAT THERMOMETER

Three pieces of bacon-wrapped chicken are on a blue and white plate next to a small bowl of dipping sauce. More bacon-wrapped chicken pieces are on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the background.

Storage Tips

Make ahead of time: The seasoned and wrapped chicken bites can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 2 days before cooking.
Storage: Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast Bites

These small-batch, small bites are BIG on flavor. You will agree that our protein-packed "finger food on a fork" is bacon-wrapped perfection. We'll show you how make them in both your air fryer and oven.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Serving Size 4

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts large
  • 6 bacon slices
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

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Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 375°. Prep chicken by drying and cutting into bite size pieces. Place in a large bowl and cover with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
    2 chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Add the seasonings and mix well to make sure chicken is coated. Cut the bacon slices in half and use one half to wrap each chicken bite. Set aside.
    6 bacon, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon ground oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Once the air fryer is preheated, place the chicken bites, seam side down in the air fryer tray with or basket liner. Cook for 10 minutes flipping halfway through. Cook until bacon is crispy and internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°

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Notes

*Pro Tip
To make in the oven, prepare the recipe as directed and bake for 20 minutes in the oven at 375°. Checking after 10 minutes. Internal temperature should reach 165°.
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🍴 PRO TIP!

Make more in multiple batches or use a larger air fryer for bigger groups and gatherings. Easy preparation and ingredients make this recipe a wrapped snap to get together. Your friends, family and loved ones will all agree that this is bite-sized, bacon-wrapped perfection!

🗹 RECIPE FAQ’S

What spices are best with the chicken bites?

Garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, salt and pepper are great with the chicken breasts. You can use regular, sweet, or smoked paprika to step up your flavors.

What’s the best internal temperature for the chicken bites?

The ideal internal temperature 165°F. Whether cooked in the air fryer or oven, be sure to check the temperature with your meat thermometer along with way for doneness. 

What sides go well with these?

A simple side of broccoli, cauliflower or sautéed spinach work well. You can also have a side of your favorite dipping sauce for the bites!

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