Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thigh Tray Bake (Printable)

Tender chicken wrapped in smoky bacon, roasted with potatoes, carrots, and green beans for an easy dinner.

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# How to Make:

01 - Preheat 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 until combined.
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, tucking the ends underneath to secure.
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, then toss to coat evenly.
06 - Place the bacon-wrapped chicken thighs evenly over the vegetables on the baking tray.
07 - Roast in the preheated 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 chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and bacon is crispy.
10 - Let the tray rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve directly from the baking tray.

# Expert Tips:

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  • The bacon keeps the chicken incredibly juicy while adding a smoky crunch that everyone fights over
  • Cleanup consists of exactly one pan and about thirty seconds of rinsing
  • Everything finishes at the same time so no sides get cold while waiting for protein to cook
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  • Patting the chicken completely dry before applying the rub is what makes the spices stick instead of sliding right off
  • The green beans need those last 15 minutes alone or they become sad and shriveled instead of bright and snappy
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  • Line your tray with parchment paper because scrubbing baked on bacon fat is nobody's idea of fun
  • Letting the chicken rest for those full 5 minutes makes the difference between juicy meat and disappointment

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