My son tried to sit down with the whole plate of these like they were his and his alone, which should tell you everything you need to know. They’re that good. You can cook them exactly how you like your bacon, whether that’s a little softer or nice and crispy like I prefer. It’s simple, a little sweet, a little salty, and feels like something a little extra without adding any extra work.
If you’re turning this into a full dinner, I usually start with Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs and build from there. Then I’ll add Bacon and Balsamic Brussel Sprouts if I want another veggie, Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese when I need something a little more filling, and Green Rice to round it all out without making things complicated.
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
- Two sheet pans
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
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Ingredients
- Fresh asparagus
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Thick-cut bacon
- Brown sugar
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a sheet pan with a cooling rack.
Trim off the woody ends of the asparagus, about 1 1/2 to 2 inches from the bottom. Place the asparagus in a large mixing bowl and toss with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Wrap one strip of bacon around 3 pieces of asparagus. Place on the cooling rack with the seam side down. Repeat with the remaining asparagus and bacon.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the bacon.
Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
How do I serve my Bacon Wrapped Asparagus?
- Serve as a side with just about anything like chicken, steak, pork, or seafood. It also works really well as an appetizer. You can slice them into smaller pieces and serve them as bite-sized snacks if you’re feeding a crowd.
FAQs (Because Life’s Too Busy for Guesswork)
The ends are tough and fibrous, so removing them makes the asparagus easier to eat.
It’s not required, but it helps the bacon crisp up better. If you skip it, flip the asparagus halfway through cooking.
Rinse under cool water and gently shake to remove any dirt, then pat dry.
Prepare the same way and cook at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes. Don’t overcrowd so they stay crispy.
What are substitutions that I can make?
- Olive oil – Avocado oil works as an alternative
- Garlic powder – A garlic and herb seasoning can be used
- Thick-cut bacon – Use different flavored bacon if you want to change it up
- Brown sugar – Light or dark brown sugar both work
How should I store my Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus?
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F for 5 to 8 minutes until warmed through and crispy again.
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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Equipment
- Sheet pan
- Cooling rack
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 8 strips thick-cut bacon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a sheet pan with a cooling rack.
- Trim off the woody ends of the asparagus, about 1 1/2 to 2 inches of the bottoms. Place the asparagus in a large mixing bowl and toss them with the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Wrap a strip of bacon around 3 pieces of asparagus. Place the wrapped asparagus on the cooling rack with the seam side down. Repeat this process with all the remaining bacon and asparagus. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the bacon.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
Notes
- Trim the ends of the asparagus so they are tender and easy to eat
- Use a cooling rack for the crispiest bacon
- Place seam side down so the bacon stays wrapped while cooking
- Flip halfway through if not using a rack
- Sprinkle brown sugar evenly so it melts over the bacon
- Air fry at 400°F for a faster option
