Sheet Pan Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Asparagus
Crispy bacon-wrapped chicken thighs roasted with tender asparagus and garlic for a simple, flavorful weeknight dinner. This American-inspired keto recipe (low-carb, high-protein), ready in about 43 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, smoked bacon strips, asparagus for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 8 smoked bacon strips
- 1 bunch (about 12 oz) asparagus
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then place skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Wrap each chicken thigh with 2 bacon strips, securing with toothpicks if needed. Scatter halved asparagus and sliced garlic cloves around the chicken.
- Step 3: Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Step 4: Roast for 25-30 minutes until bacon is crisp and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally, flipping bacon-wrapped sides halfway through.







