Paleo Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs
Crispy bacon wrapped around juicy, bone-in chicken thighs seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and thyme — this is the kind of dinner that feels indulgent but checks every clean-eating box. The key to making this work is sourcing bacon with no added sugar, which keeps the whole dish grain-free and free of sneaky sweeteners that often hide in cured meats. Roasting on a wire rack at high heat means the bacon renders and crisps up beautifully on all sides while the chicken stays incredibly moist underneath. Avocado oil and a punchy spice rub do all the heavy lifting here — no sauces, no fillers, just real ingredients with serious flavor. The recipe serves four, making it an easy weeknight win or a solid meal-prep anchor for the week. A quick five-minute rest before serving keeps all those juices locked in, so every bite is as good as it looks.
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4 servings
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lb total)
- 8 slices bacon (no added sugar)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt.
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