Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Turkey Bites: 20-Minute Friendsgiving Appetizer
These crispy bacon-wrapped turkey bites are a quick, savory, and shareable appetizer perfect for Friendsgiving or holiday parties. Thin turkey breast strips are wrapped in thick-cut bacon and baked until golden and crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20-24 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless turkey breast tenderloins or thin-cut steaks (sliced into 1-inch wide by 3-inch long strips)
- Thick-cut bacon
- Brown sugar (for glazing)
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Pat turkey strips dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness. Season lightly with black pepper and garlic powder (do not add salt).
- Wrap a strip of bacon tightly around each turkey strip, overlapping slightly. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
- Arrange bites on the baking sheet, leaving space between them for air circulation.
- Bake for 10 minutes to start rendering the bacon fat.
- Remove from oven, flip each bite, and brush lightly with brown sugar or glaze.
- Return to oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes until bacon is deep golden brown and crispy.
- Ensure turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest on a wire rack for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use thick-cut bacon to prevent burning. Ensure turkey strips are thin (1/4 inch) so they cook at the same rate as the bacon. Do not crowd the pan. For best results, serve warm within 15 minutes of cooking. Can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 bites per person
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 5
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