Sweet and Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts

Recipe Collection: Appetizer

Sweet and Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts elevate your appetizer spread with a satisfying crunch from water chestnuts enveloped in crispy bacon, all drizzled with a tantalizing sweet chili glaze. Perfect for gatherings or as a tasty snack, these bites cater to non-vegetarians and are free from egg allergens. With a flavor profile that balances sweet and spicy, these treats are versatile enough for any occasion. Easily select this recipe from the easyChef Pro App, where you can access personalized recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list for effortless meal planning. Get started today and impress your guests with this mouthwatering appetizer!

Overview

Elevate your appetizer game with these Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts. This dish combines the irresistible crunch of water chestnuts with the savory goodness of bacon, all glazed in a sweet and spicy chili sauce. Perfect for parties or as a delightful snack, these bites are sure to impress your guests.

Diet Type

Not Vegetarian

Allergies

Pork, Egg

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 16

Cooking Time: 70 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Pound (lb) bacon
• 2 8 Ounces (oz) cans water chestnuts, drained
• 0.33 Cups packed brown sugar
• 0.33 Cups mayonnaise
• 0.33 Cups chili sauce
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) smoked paprika
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) onion powder
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) cayenne pepper
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) fresh parsley, minced

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Cut each strip of bacon into thirds. This ensures a perfect wrap around each water chestnut without excess bacon.
3. Wrap a piece of bacon around each water chestnut and secure with a wooden toothpick. Place them in a single layer in a shallow baking dish.
4. Bake the bacon-wrapped water chestnuts in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
5. While the chestnuts are baking, mix together the brown sugar, mayonnaise, chili sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
6. Remove the partially cooked wraps from the oven and transfer them to a clean, shallow baking dish to remove excess grease.
7. Pour the prepared chili sauce mixture evenly over the bacon-wrapped chestnuts.
8. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the glaze is bubbly and slightly caramelized.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with minced fresh parsley before serving. Serve hot with toothpicks for easy eating.

Enjoy your homemade Sweet and Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts!