Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Skewers (Easy)

By James Kimble August 19, 2025 4 mins read 4 Views

These 3-ingredient bacon-wrapped chicken skewers are super easy to make and offer a slightly smoky, savory flavor! Enjoy them for dinner, or serve as appetizers.

If you’re looking for an easy and delicious recipe for the grill, then you have to try these bacon-wrapped chicken skewers. All you’ll need is skinless, boneless chicken thighs or breast, bacon, and a delicious BBQ poultry rub!

I grilled these chicken skewers on a kamado grill, but you can certainly cook them on a gas or pellet grill, or in an air fryer. However, grilling these skewers over charcoal infuses them with a delicious kiss of smoky flavor.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast
Poultry BBQ Rub
12 ounces of bacon
Metal or wooden bamboo skewers

While you can use chicken or even turkey breast for this recipe, I highly recommend using chicken thighs instead. Not only are they a more affordable option, but once cooked, the meat is juicy, tender, and flavorful.

Preparing the Grill

As mentioned earlier, I used our Big Green Egg XL kamado grill for this recipe. Create a two-zone fire by placing the hot coals on one side. We’ll stay off on the hot side to get a nice sear on the bacon before moving the skewers to the cooler side to prevent them from burning.

Preparing the Chicken

Trim off excess visible fat from the chicken thighs, and cut them into 2″ chunks and place them in a medium-sixed bowl.
Next, season them with your favorite bottled chicken rub.
Gently combine until all of the seasonings are well distributed. Let it stand for 10 minutes.

Wrapping and Skewering

Cut bacon slices in half.
Place one piece of chicken in the center of bacon half, roll them up, and slide them onto a wooden or metal skewer.
Repeat the process with 5-6 bacon-wrapped chicken pieces on each skewer.

bacon wrapped chicken skewers on the grill

Grilling the Skewers

Once pre-heated, place the skewers on the grates over direct heat. Cook for 2 minutes per side.
Next, move them over the indirect cooking side, close the lid, and coon them for 20 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 170-175 degrees F.
Transfer the skewers over direct heat once more, and sear them for 1-2 minutes per side.
Remove from the grill and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.

What to Serve With Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Skewers

You can serve these simple, delicious skewers as part of a meal or as appetizer chicken bites. Pair them with side dishes and sauces such as:

Bacon Pasta Salad
Texas Potato Salad
Comeback Sauce, Ranch, or Blue Cheese Dressing
Smoked Corn on the Cob
Grilled Vegetables

Storing Leftovers

Remove the bacon-wrapped chicken from the skewers and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 8 weeks. The consistency of the bacon might change after freezing. Reheat in the microwave or an air fryer at 350 degrees F.

Recipe Alternatives

Use different flavored bacon, like black pepper or hatch chili bacon.
Apply warmed pepper jelly, BBQ sauce, or homemade rib candy to the skewers a few minutes before taking them off the grill.
Season the chicken pieces with Voodoo Spice for a Cajun flavor experience!
Substitute the chicken breasts or thighs with turkey or pork tenderloin.
Cook the skewers in the oven or air fryer at 375 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through.
Add pineapple chunks or sliced jalapenos on top of the chicken pieces before wrapping them in bacon.