Juicy, tender chicken wrapped in crispy, smoky bacon—this carnivore keto recipe is simple, satisfying, and packed with protein. With just a few ingredients, these bacon-wrapped chicken tenders make a perfect easy carnivore meal, great for meal prep, appetizers, or a hearty main dish. It’s a simple and quick carnivore dinner or snack idea.
Carnivore Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders or sliced chicken breast
- 8-10 strips of bacon thin-cut works best
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper optional
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional, omit for strict carnivore
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional, omit for strict carnivore
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
- Season chicken tenders with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder if using.
- Wrap each chicken tender tightly with a strip of bacon, slightly overlapping the edges.
- Place the bacon-wrapped chicken on the baking sheet, seam side down.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F).
- For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For an extra crispy texture, use a wire rack to allow air circulation around the tenders.
Make it dairy-free by avoiding butter-based seasonings.
For a smoky kick, brush with a little butter and sprinkle with crushed pork rinds before baking.
Serve with a side of sugar-free ranch or melted butter for dipping.
Make it dairy-free by avoiding butter-based seasonings.
For a smoky kick, brush with a little butter and sprinkle with crushed pork rinds before baking.
Serve with a side of sugar-free ranch or melted butter for dipping.
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