Bacon, Chestnut Appetizers

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Crispy bacon-wrapped water chestnuts glazed with barbecue sauce create a savory, crunchy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings, appealing to bacon lovers and snack enthusiasts.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb bacon, cut widthwise in half
  • 1 can water chestnuts
  • 1 bottle barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wrap each water chestnut with a half slice of bacon and secure with toothpicks.
  3. Arrange the bacon-wrapped water chestnuts on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
  4. Brush or drizzle barbecue sauce generously over each piece.
  5. Bake for about 20 minutes or until bacon is crispy and caramelized.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

171 kcal 9% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.6g 21% DV
Total Fat 12.2g 16% DV
Carbs 4.9g 2% DV
Fiber 0.3g 1% DV
Sugar 4g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 521.5mg 23% DV
Potassium 172.5mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 34.3mg 11% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.3mcg
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 14.5mg 1% DV
Iron 0.8mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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