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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts

With only 4 ingredients, these bite-sized Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts are absolutely irresistible! The perfect Holiday appetizer that can easily be whipped up and on your table in no time at all!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinating Time
20 mins
Total Time
38 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 141 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces water chestnuts whole
  • ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium
  • ½ cup sugar white
  • 8 bacon slices cut in half

Instructions

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  1. Marinade water chestnuts: Place the water chestnuts and soy sauce in a plastic bag or dish, and marinade for at least 20 minutes, or up to 1 hour. Toss the mixture periodically to ensure an even coating. When complete, drain the liquid completely.
  2. Roll and wrap: Roll each water chestnut in the sugar, and then wrap a half piece of bacon around it. Secure each one with a toothpick.
  3. Air fry: Place each wrapped water chestnut in the air fryer basket. Cook in the air fryer at 390°F for 8-10 minutes turning once halfway through.

Notes

  • A serving is roughly 4 bacon wrapped water chestnuts.
  • I recommend using thinner bacon as the water chestnuts are fairly small. However, if you only have thick cut, increase the cooking time from 8-10 minutes to 15-17 minutes.
  • This recipe yields approximately 16 pieces based on 1 can of water chestnuts. Adjust your bacon quantity dependent on the number of chestnuts.
  • For a richer flavor, roll in brown sugar instead of white sugar.
  • I haven't used fresh water chestnuts but I'm sure they would work as well if available.
  • Depending on how many you make, or if you double the recipe, make sure the air fryer is not overcrowded for best results.
  • They are best eaten right out of the air fryer but can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Use the microwave on the reheat setting, or place them on a pan for heating in the oven.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 141kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 537mg (22%) Potassium 113mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 27g (54%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 141

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 141kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 537mg 22%
Potassium 113mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 27g 54%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.