Bacon Roasted Chicken Thighs – Chicken thighs topped with bacon and roasted atop a bed of potatoes and onions.
Chicken thighs. With bacon. And potatoes. Roasted. Enough said.
But seriously, doesn’t bacon make most anything better? Crispy, salty bacon has to be one of the most perfect tastes in the world.
I’ve often said that I believe bacon must be what they greet you with when you arrive in Heaven. And you can eat all you want without gaining an ounce.
This recipe is one that is quick to throw together and pop in the oven while you’re doing other things around the house. It all cooks together without any stirring or whisking or standing over the stove – a real bonus for busy days.
And the measures given, well, they’re just guidelines. For instance, I didn’t have all one kind of potato when I made this. I had a handful of little red ones and few baking potatoes but I cut them up and threw them all in together. Worked out great.
And the herbs and spices can be changed or adjusted however you like. Don’t like rosemary? No problem! Either leave it out or substitute something else. Oregano and a squeeze of lemon juice would be fantastic in this. Maybe you have a few cherry tomatoes you need to use up. Just toss those in, too! This is very, very versatile.
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How to Make Bacon Roasted Chicken Thighs
Just toss your potatoes, onions, garlic and herbs together in a roasting pan. Add salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle a little olive oil over everything.
Then put the chicken thighs on top, cut the bacon slices in half and place them over the thighs. Pop the pan in the oven and let it cook for 50-60 minutes or until the chicken is completely cooked through.
This dish goes really well with a side of green beans.
Enjoy!
More Chicken Recipes on Never Enough Thyme:
- Rosemary Lemon Spatchcocked Chicken
- Buffalo Chicken Dogs
- Chicken and Cheese Stuffed Roasted Chiles
- Chicken with Mushrooms in White Wine Sauce
- Lemon and Honey Glazed Chicken Thighs
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- Perfect Baked Chicken Thighs from A Spicy Perspective
- Garlic Chicken Thighs from Recipe Tin Eats
- Honey Lime Chicken Thighs from Julia’s Album
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Bacon Roasted Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs topped with bacon and roasted atop a bed of potatoes and onions.
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds potatoes
- 2 medium onions, quartered
- 4 whole garlic cloves, peeled
- 2 tblsp chopped chives
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- 4-5 sprigs rosemary
- 1 tblsp. Olive oil
- 4 chicken thighs, skin-on bone-in
- 4 slices thick cut bacon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Wash the potatoes well and cut into bite-size pieces.
- Place the potatoes, onions and garlic in a 9x13 roasting pan.
- Sprinkle with the chopped chives, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Place the rosemary sprigs among the potatoes and onions.
- Drizzle with the olive oil.
- Place the chicken thighs, skin sides up, on top of the potatoes and onions.
- Cut the bacon slices in half and place two halves on top of each chicken thigh.
- Cook for 50-60 minutes or until chicken is done throughout.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 713Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 178mgSodium: 539mgCarbohydrates: 79gFiber: 9gSugar: 6gProtein: 44g
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Jill says
I’m making this for dinner tonight. I can’t wait o think even my picky 5 year old will eat some!
Amanda says
These look truly mouthwatering Lana!
Connie says
This looks super easy and delicious. I just found what I am making for Sunday Dinner. I bought chicken thighs yesterday which were on sale. i was going to package them up and freeze. Thanks for a wonderful blog. I enjoy your stories behind the recipes. Take care and have a great week end.
Lindsey @ Gingerbread Bagels says
Oh my goodness this chicken recipe is calling my name! I love that you put bacon over the chicken thighs. It looks amazing. :)
Sues says
Does it get any better than this?? And I LOVE the veggie base of the pan :)
Barbara | VinoLuciStyle says
Your first line? Chicken thighs. With bacon. And potatoes. Roasted. Enough said.
That’s all I needed and it’s true!
Shelby says
I love meals like this that cook all together and is ready all together….and yes, bacon does make everything better!
Alison @ ingredients, Inc. says
oh heavens. This looks great!
Lana says
It is actually pretty heavenly.
John Stuart says
Quoted from my almost 12 year-old “I am sooo lucky to be related to her. I feel sorry for the people who never get to eat her cooking. More bacon.” Uncle J
Lana says
LOL! More bacon indeed!
Drick says
yup, enough said… except ya forgot to invite me….
this is my kind of recipe, using what ya got and I like the potatoes underneath the chicken and bacon absorbing all that goodness
Lana says
Drick – You wouldn’t believe how good those potatoes are! They’re nice and crispy and full of chicken and bacon flavor.
[email protected] says
This looks easy and tasty for weeknight family meals.
Lana says
It is great for weeknights, Lucy. Minimal prep time and it cooks unattended. Good for busy days.
Renee (Kudos Kitchen) says
Lana this looks amazing! I love everything about this recipe!
Lana says
Thanks, Renee!
Dan says
I’m impressed. I thought the bacon would’ve been a substitute for leaving the chicken skin on, but I see that you’ve used both.
Lana says
Thanks, Dan. The bacon crisps up nicely along with the skin. Double treat!