Barbecued Chestnuts in Bacon

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 13

Barbecued Chestnuts in Bacon – A Nutty Delight on Your Grill!

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	12 whole canned water chestnuts
	4 slices bacon
	4 fluid ounces ketchup
	3 tablespoons brown sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

200

Sugar

14g

Fat

10g

Barbecued Chestnuts in Bacon is a classic American appetizer that is quick to assemble and perfect for grill parties. The dish is a delightful clash between the crispy texture of the water chestnuts and smoky flavor of the bacon, making it a delicious treat for kids and adults alike. The easy-to-find ingredients and minimal preparation time make it one of the most popular appetizers to serve with cocktails, beer, or soda. So, get your grill ready, and try this nutty delight today!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2.	Open the canned water chestnuts and drain the liquid.
3.	Cut the bacon slices into half.
4.	In a small bowl, mix together ketchup and brown sugar.
5.	Wrap each water chestnut in a half slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
6.	Brush bacon-wrapped chestnuts with the ketchup mixture.
7.	Place the wrapped chestnuts onto the grill, and cook for 15 minutes, turning them over every 5 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
8.	Remove from grill, let them cool down, and remove the toothpicks. Serve hot, and enjoy the nutty delight!

PROS

The smoky flavor of the bacon beautifully complements the crispy texture of the water chestnuts, making it a perfect appetizer.

These barbecued chestnuts in bacon are easy to assemble, cook quickly, and require just a few ingredients.

CONS

While this appetizer may be a crowd-pleaser, it is high in sodium and saturated fats.

Individuals with high blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease should consume this in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chestnuts are low in calories, high in fiber, and contain several essential nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants, which help fight inflammation and improve heart health.
However, when coated with bacon and ketchup, it adds saturated fat, sodium, and calories. So, eat this nutty appetizer in moderation.