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Crispy Microwave Bacon

Microwaving bacon is the easiest and fastest way to cook it. It comes out wonderfully crispy and evenly cooked.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
9 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 54 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Bacon 1 package, 8 medium-thickness slices

Instructions

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  1. Place two paper towels on a microwave-safe dinner plate. 
  2. Arrange four slices of bacon on the paper towels, not touching each other. 
  3. Place two more paper towels on top of the bacon slices. 
  4. Microwave the bacon on high until crispy. In my microwave (1000 watts), it takes 4 minutes. However, it's a good idea to check after three minutes.
  5. Remove the plate carefully from the microwave. It will be very hot. Use the edges of the paper towels to hold it, or use oven mitts. Remove the bacon slices from the paper towels quickly, or they will stick to them.
  6. Repeat with the four remaining slices. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Start checking the bacon after three minutes. Bacon types (thickness, wideness, and fat content) vary greatly, and so do microwave ovens. You can always add another minute if needed. For example, when I used narrow bacon slices, the bacon shrunk quickly in the microwave. It was very crispy after just three minutes. It would likely have burned if I had microwaved it for the entire four minutes.
  • If you like your bacon chewy, I suggest you start with two minutes for four slices, check the bacon, and add one more minute if needed. But please ensure the bacon is fully cooked.
  • You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to four days. I store them in a resealable food storage bag. Reheat the leftovers gently, covered in a paper towel, in the microwave. Or enjoy them cold! Cooked bacon is surprisingly delicious when served cold.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2slices Calories 54kcal (3%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 231mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 54

% Daily Value*

Serving 2slices
Calories 54kcal 3%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 231mg 10%

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