Best 2 Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potatoes Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our enticing bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes. These savory bundles of sweet and smoky flavors are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Roasted to perfection, the sweet potatoes caramelize, creating a delectable contrast to the crispy bacon. This recipe collection offers three tempting variations to satisfy your cravings: a classic bacon wrap, a tangy honey garlic glaze, and a spicy chipotle lime twist. Each variation promises a unique flavor experience that will leave you craving more. So, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the perfect bacon-wrapped sweet potato to suit your palate.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BACON-HERB WRAPPED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH LEMON GLAZED SWEET POTATOES

Bacon-Herb Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 head garlic, top sliced off
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pork tenderloins (about 1 to 1 1/2 pound each) trimmed of excess fat
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
12 fresh sage leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
12 1/4-inch thick slices bacon
Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes, recipe follows
2 cups fresh lemon juice
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped lemon zest
5 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Place garlic in a small ramekin, drizzle with 1-tablespoon olive oil, and wrap in foil. Bake until soft, about 45 minutes. When cool enough to handle, squeeze garlic flesh from head into a small bowl.
Arrange tenderloins on work surface. Rub the top each tenderloin with 1/2 of the roasted garlic and season with salt and pepper. Mix together the herbs and scatter half of the mix over the garlic on each tenderloin. Wrap 6 strips of bacon around each tenderloin and tie bacon in place with kitchen twine.
Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Heat oil in a medium, skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tenderloins until golden brown on all sides. Transfer seared tenderloins to medium roasting pan; place in the oven and cook to medium doneness about 8 to10 minutes. Transfer tenderloins to cutting board and let stand 10 minutes. Remove twine before carving.
Combine juice, sugar and zest in a small non-reactive pan and reduce to 1/2 cup. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Toss sweet potatoes in oil and roast in a large ovenproof skillet. Roast until lightly golden brown and just cooked through. Remove the pan from the oven and place on a burner over medium heat. Add the glaze to the potatoes and toss to coat evenly. Saute potatoes until all are glazed.

BROILED BACON-WRAPPED CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATOES AND WATERCRESS

Broiled Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Watercress image

Broilers vary in heat intensity; move the rack to a lower position if the chicken is browning too quickly, or to a higher rack if too slowly. Remove items from the baking sheet as done, if they're cooking unevenly.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 medium sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon packed light-brown sugar
2 boneless, skinless chicken-breast halves (about 12 ounces total), each cut into 2 cutlets
4 slices bacon (about 4 ounces total)
1/2 medium red onion, cut into 8 wedges
4 cups watercress (from 1 to 2 bunches), thick stems removed
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Champagne or white-wine vinegar

Steps:

Preheat broiler with rack 6 inches from heating element. Place sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer and sprinkle with brown sugar. Wrap each cutlet with a bacon slice; tuck onion between bacon and chicken. Arrange alongside potatoes on sheet, onion side up; season with salt and pepper.
Broil until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Toss watercress with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and vinegar, and season with salt and pepper. Divide chicken, potatoes, and watercress evenly among 4 plates and serve.

Tips:

Choose sweet potatoes that are about the same size so that they cook evenly.
Use a sharp knife to cut the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise.
Wrap each sweet potato half with a slice of bacon, overlapping the bacon slightly.
Season the sweet potatoes with salt and pepper.
Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-35 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sweet potatoes are tender.
Serve the sweet potatoes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

These bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the bacon adds a delicious smoky flavor. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a complete meal.