Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thigh Tray Bake (Printable)

Crispy bacon-wrapped chicken thighs roasted with baby potatoes, carrots, and green beans for an easy one-pan dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Bacon

01 - 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 8 slices streaky bacon
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
07 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Vegetables

08 - 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
09 - 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
10 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
11 - 7 oz green beans, trimmed
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
14 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
03 - Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly over each thigh.
04 - Wrap each chicken thigh with a slice of bacon, securing the ends underneath.
05 - Arrange baby potatoes, carrots, and red onion on the baking tray. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with dried thyme, salt, and pepper; toss to coat evenly.
06 - Place the bacon-wrapped chicken thighs evenly over the vegetables.
07 - Roast in the oven for 25 minutes.
08 - Remove the tray from the oven, add green beans, and toss gently with the other vegetables.
09 - Return to the oven and roast for another 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F) and bacon is crispy.
10 - Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve directly from the tray.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The bacon keeps the chicken ridiculously juicy while getting perfectly crispy itself
  • Everything cooks on one tray so cleanup is almost nonexistent
  • It looks fancy but takes about ten minutes of actual hands on time
02 -
  • Patting the chicken completely dry before seasoning is nonnegotiable for getting that bacon to crisp up properly
  • Adding the green beans halfway through keeps them vibrant instead of sad and overcooked
  • Letting the meat rest might feel unnecessary but it makes a huge difference in juiciness
03 -
  • Use thick-cut bacon if you want extra meaty flavor, regular cut for maximum crispiness
  • A drizzle of honey or splash of balsamic vinegar right before serving adds an unexpected sweetness

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