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17 Recipes That Got 100% Tastier Because Bacon Was Involved

Published: May 20, 2025 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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If bacon isn’t involved, is it even a party? These 17 recipes got an instant upgrade once bacon showed up — and the results are downright irresistible. Grab your fork and get ready to discover why bacon is the secret ingredient your kitchen’s been missing!

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Meatballs

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Meatballs on a white plate with parsley and tooth picks.
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Meatballs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Meatballs are all about easy, fast, and full-on flavor. Cook them in less than 20 minutes, and thanks to the bacon, you get that perfect crispy, smoky kick with every bite.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Meatballs

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filet on a what plate with mashed cauliflower, butter, parsley, pepper, and salt.
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

When dinner needs to be easy and delicious, these Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets are my go-to. Cook juicy, medium-rare filets right in your air fryer—simple, fast, and seriously tasty.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets

Bacon Wrapped Green Beans with Brown Sugar

bacon wrapped green beans on a white plate
Bacon Wrapped Green Beans. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Bacon Wrapped Green Beans with Brown Sugar are seriously addictive. With just three ingredients, you get perfectly crispy beans wrapped in sweet, caramelized bacon—great as an appetizer or side!
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Green Beans with Brown Sugar

Bacon Wrapped Crackers

Fingers holding a bacon wrapped crackers.
Bacon Wrapped Crackers. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Club crackers wrapped in bacon and air fried until crispy and golden—snack goals unlocked!
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Crackers

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

A bacon wrapped shrimp being held up over the platter of shrimp.
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Bacon wrapped shrimp bring crispy, smoky goodness to your plate. The bacon adds a rich, hearty flavor that makes the shrimp even better.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers

A plate of bacon wrapped mini peppers.
Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

Think jalapeño poppers, but wrapped in bacon and stuffed with cream cheese seasoned with Everything Bagel spice. These Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers take under an hour to prep and bake, delivering a delicious mix of creamy, savory, and crispy you won’t want to miss.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Mini Peppers

Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with a fork in it on a white plate
Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Traeger Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin brings together tender, juicy pork and crispy bacon for one unforgettable bite.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings

Stack of bacon wrapped onion rings.
Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Switch up game day with these bacon-wrapped onion rings that nail the sweet and savory combo.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Onion Rings

Bacon Wrapped Salmon

Plate of salmon with bacon.
Bacon Wrapped Salmon. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Want a delicious meal that’s both rich and good for you? This bacon-wrapped salmon recipe hits all the right notes.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Salmon

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

Four bacon-wrapped chicken thighs with parsley garnish on white plate.
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Juicy chicken thighs wrapped in crispy bacon? Yes, please! These bacon-wrapped thighs bring together savory flavors and textures for a simple, tasty meal everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin

A platter piled with bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin slices and pan juices.
Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

This Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin hits all the seasonal notes with smoky bacon and a sweet maple kick that’s pure yum.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin

Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Closeup side view shot of turkey bacon wrapped asparagus bundles in a green dish.
Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This turkey bacon wrapped asparagus is an easy side that brings together crispy, salty turkey bacon with tender, sweet asparagus—you’ll want to make it again and again!
Get the Recipe: Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites

Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites are a quick, tasty snack you can whip up in half an hour using only 5 easy ingredients. Perfect for low-carb, keto, and gluten-free diets!
Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Pickle Bites

Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple in Air Fryer

Bacon wrapped pineapple on a white plate.
Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple in Air Fryer. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Step up your snack game with these mouthwatering bacon-wrapped pineapple bites, perfectly crisped in the air fryer.
Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Pineapple in Air Fryer

Smoked Jalapeno Poppers

Smoked jalapeno poppers on a platter.
Smoked Jalapeno Poppers. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Switch up your popper game! These bacon-wrapped jalapeños are loaded with a tasty meaty filling that’s seriously satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Jalapeno Poppers

Bacon-Wrapped Burgers

Bacon-Wrapped Burger on a black plate.
Bacon-Wrapped Burgers. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

Skip the usual bacon add-on and wrap your burgers in it instead! Cooked this way on your Ninja, these juicy, bacon-packed burgers are full of smoky goodness.
Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Burgers

Ninja Woodfire Grill Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts

Four bacon-wrapped chicken breasts on a white rectangular plate garnished with sprigs of parsley.
Ninja Woodfire Grill Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

Bacon makes everything better, right? These Ninja Woodfire Grill Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts are simple, flavorful, and just plain tasty. Pair juicy, seasoned chicken with a hint of smoke, and you’ve got a winner. Grab your Ninja and get cooking!
Get the Recipe: Ninja Woodfire Grill Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts

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