Barbecued Chestnuts in Bacon
Elevate your next barbecue or holiday gathering with these irresistible Barbecued Chestnuts in Bacon. This simple yet sophisticated appetizer combines the earthy sweetness of tender chestnuts wrapped in smoky bacon, perfectly caramelized with a coating of brown sugar and a touch of smoked paprika. Quickly prepped and grilled to crispy perfection in under 20 minutes, these bite-sized delights are as effortless as they are mouthwatering. Perfectly smoky, sweet, and savory, these low-effort appetizers are ideal for entertaining and pair beautifully with festive drinks or as a standout starter for any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Chestnuts (canned or pre-cooked)
- 10 pieces Bacon strips
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 20 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat (approximately 375°F or 190°C).
If using canned or packaged chestnuts, drain and pat them dry thoroughly with a paper towel.
Cut each slice of bacon in half widthwise, resulting in 20 smaller pieces of bacon.
Place a chestnut at one end of a bacon piece, then roll the chestnut up tightly in the bacon strip.
Secure the bacon-wrapped chestnut with a toothpick, pushing it through both ends to hold the roll together.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and smoked paprika together to create a rub.
Sprinkle and press the brown sugar mixture onto the bacon wraps, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Place the prepared bacon-wrapped chestnuts on the grill, ensuring they are evenly spaced to allow airflow.
Cook for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and caramelized.
Carefully remove the chestnuts from the grill using tongs and let them cool slightly (3-5 minutes) before serving.
Serve warm as a delightful smoky, sweet, and savory appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 348 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 494 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
