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.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 20 pieces Chestnuts (canned or pre-cooked)
• 10 pieces Bacon strips
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 20 pieces Toothpicks

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat (approximately 375°F or 190°C).

Step 2

If using canned or packaged chestnuts, drain and pat them dry thoroughly with a paper towel.

Step 3

Cut each slice of bacon in half widthwise, resulting in 20 smaller pieces of bacon.

Step 4

Place a chestnut at one end of a bacon piece, then roll the chestnut up tightly in the bacon strip.

Step 5

Secure the bacon-wrapped chestnut with a toothpick, pushing it through both ends to hold the roll together.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and smoked paprika together to create a rub.

Step 7

Sprinkle and press the brown sugar mixture onto the bacon wraps, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 8

Place the prepared bacon-wrapped chestnuts on the grill, ensuring they are evenly spaced to allow airflow.

Step 9

Cook for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and caramelized.

Step 10

Carefully remove the chestnuts from the grill using tongs and let them cool slightly (3-5 minutes) before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm as a delightful smoky, sweet, and savory appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(310.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	769.6

Total Fat 36.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 88mg	0%
Sodium 1394.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 33.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 64.1mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 1957.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 39.6%