Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs

BACON WRAPPED CHICKEN THIGHS

FOOD AS MEDICINE

Chicken thighs are a quick and easy protein source that is higher in saturated fat than white meat, making it more satiating. Dark meat delivers more iron, zinc and selenium than white meat and is also abundant in the nutrient taurine, which can significantly lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and can protect against diabetes and high blood pressure as well as glycine to support neurological health as well as connective tissue. These bacon wrapped chicken thighs come together in a snap and can make for an easy weeknight meal alongside your favorite non-starchy veggie!

INGREDIENTS

1 tsp sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp mustard powder

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

2 lbs bone-in skinless chicken thighs

1 package pasture raised bacon

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 375F. Combine salt, pepper and spices in a small bowl. Sprinkle each thigh with about 1 tsp of the spice mixture. Wrap in 1 strip bacon and repeat for remaining chicken thighs. Sprinkle remaining spice over all the thighs. Place in a cast iron skillet and bake about 40-45 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165F. Note: If that bacon is not crisp once thighs are done, place under broiler for a couple minutes!

Serve alongside roasted veggie of choice for an easy keto friendly weeknight meal!