How to cook turkey bacon in the oven

I like traditional cooking Bacon in the oven, but sometimes I want something lighter and my girls have recently become obsessed with turkey bacon.study How to cook turkey bacon in the oven Works the same way!

Roasted turkey bacon is the perfect side dish healthy breakfast, which is a breeze compared to stovetop cooking. No more stovetop splatter! I prefer to use nitrate-free, uncured turkey bacon, but this recipe will work with any brand of turkey bacon.

How to cook turkey bacon in the oven

This section shows how to bake turkey bacon, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including quantities and temperatures, see Recipe card below.

1. Prepare. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place an oven-safe cookie rack of the same size on top of the baking sheet.

Recommended racks for roasting turkey bacon:

I recommend This shelf If you have more bacon slices, or this shelf Perfect for 15 slices of bacon. They are both sturdy, oven safe, and not prone to sticking.

2. gather. Place turkey bacon slices on grill in a single layer.
3. bake. Place the turkey bacon on the middle rack of the oven and bake, turning halfway through, until cooked to your liking.
4. Drain and cool. Blot up excess grease with paper towels, or pat dry with paper towels. Cool for a few minutes to make them crispier.

How long does it take to bake turkey bacon in the oven?

Cooking turkey bacon in the oven takes about 15-18 minutes, depending on how crispy you like it.

Other Ways to Cook Turkey Bacon

I think the oven is the best way to cook turkey bacon in most cases, but you can also cook it using other methods:

• Hundreds of guns – Cook turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat, flipping until crispy. Cooking time depends on how crispy you like it.
• air fryer – If you’re making a small amount of turkey bacon, use mine Air Fryer Turkey Bacon Recipe instead.
• microwave – Place turkey bacon between paper towels on a microwave-safe plate. Cook over high heat for 2-4 minutes, turning halfway through.

Storage instructions

• Shop: Wrap leftovers in plastic wrap or place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• Reheat: Place the turkey bacon on paper towels and heat in the microwave, or air fry for 1-2 minutes.
• freeze: To freeze, wrap portions in plastic wrap and line with parchment paper between layers. Place in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

Ways to Use Cooked Turkey Bacon

There are many ways to use cooked turkey bacon.For starters, it can replace bacon in any of my meals bacon recipes. However, here are some more ideas to get you started:

• appetizer – try Bacon Deviled Eggsfiery Jalapeño Poppersor creamy cheese balls.
• sandwich – While I typically use this turkey bacon in place of sausage for a breakfast sandwich or as a healthier option for a BLT, it can be used to make a club sandwich or added to a sandwich juicy burger Or turkey burgers.
• Egg – A classic combination!While you're cooking the bacon, stir in some boiled eggs or cloud egg.For an easy oven baked meal, try baked eggs or a Eggs Benedict Casserole.
• sweet breakfast – For a sweet and savory breakfast, pair turkey bacon with a healthy Sweet Potato Hashsome waffles or a bunch of Banana Oatmeal Pancakes.
• salad – Early dive into the classics Cobb Salada delicious Broccoli and Bacon Salador even a wedge salad.
• side dishes – Use it to enhance the crispy flavor Fried Brussels Sprouts, Fried cabbageor Oven baked potatoes.

How to cook turkey bacon in the oven

Learn how to cook turkey bacon in the oven! Roasting turkey bacon creates perfectly crispy strips with minimal mess and effort.

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Serving size: 15 (Adjust according to recipe proportion)

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1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).

2. If desired, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easier cleanup. Place an oven-safe cookie rack of the same size on a baking sheet. (Get the perfect pan + rack here!)

3. Arrange turkey bacon slices in a single layer on rack.

4. Bake the turkey bacon on the middle rack of the oven 15-18 minutestossing halfway through, until it's to your liking.

5. Blot up excess grease with paper towels, or pat dry with paper towels. Let cool for a few minutes to become crispier.

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Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 slice, cooked

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

Calories 54

fat 3.9 grams

protein 4.1 grams

total carbohydrates 0.4g

net carbs 0.4g

fiber 0 grams

sugar 0 grams

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