Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Bites: Sweet & Smoky Perfection

Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Bites are sweet, smoky, and high in protein, perfect for gatherings or casual weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 4 bites

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs for more richness
2 tbsp Heath Riles BBQ Honey Chipotle BBQ Rub or any similar sweet and spicy BBQ rub
2 tbsp Heath Riles BBQ Chicken Rub or your favorite chicken seasoning

For the Wrap

1 lb bacon any type of bacon

For the Coating

0.5 cup light brown sugar or coconut sugar for a healthier twist
0.5 cup Heath Riles BBQ Brown Sugar Honey Habanero BBQ Glaze or preferred BBQ sauce mixed with honey

Equipment

grill

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your Traeger Ironwood XL grill to 275°F using Royal Oak Charcoal Hardwood Pellets.
Trim the boneless skinless chicken breasts, then slice them into nugget-sized pieces.
Combine the chicken pieces with both BBQ rubs in a large bowl, ensuring each nugget is coated.
Cut the bacon strips into thirds, wrap each chicken piece, securing with a toothpick.
Mix light brown sugar with 1 tablespoon of each BBQ rub and sprinkle over the wrapped chicken.
Place the chicken bites on the preheated grill and grill for about 45 minutes.
Brush the BBQ glaze over the chicken bites at the 45-minute mark and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
Remove from the grill, let cool slightly, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor, ensure uniform cuts for even cooking, and serve warm for the best taste.

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