Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs with Brussels-Apple Slaw

Preheat + Prep

1.    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with unbleached parchment paper.

Wrap & Glaze the Chicken

2.    In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic, salt, and black pepper.

3.    Pat chicken thighs dry. Wrap each thigh with 2 slices of bacon, tucking the ends underneath. Place them seam-side down on one side of the baking sheet.

4.    Brush each bacon-wrapped thigh with the maple mustard glaze.

5.    Bake for 15 minutes.

Add the Slaw Veggies

6.    While the chicken starts cooking, toss together Brussels sprouts, apple, red onion, and garlic with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

7.    After 15 minutes of chicken roasting, carefully remove the baking sheet and spread the Brussels mixture on the other side of the sheet. Return baking sheet to oven and roast for another 15 minutes, stirring the veggies halfway through, until chicken and veggies are cooked through.

Make Dressing

8.    Meanwhile, whisk together the lemon juice, 1tablespoon olive oil, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Chop up walnuts.

Finish & Serve

9.   Once chicken is crisp and cooked through (internal temp 165°F), remove from oven. Let rest for 5 minutes.

10.  Toss the warm Brussels-apple mixture with the dressing and top with toasted walnuts and parsley.

11.  Serve each chicken thigh with a generous scoop of warm slaw. Drizzle any remaining pan juices or glaze over the top. Enjoy!

Total Macros:

Calories: 483.8

Protein: 32.2g

Carbs: 15.0g

Fat: 31.9g

Nutrition Facts:

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

Dark meat = nutrient goldmine – Chicken thighs contain more zinc, iron, and B vitamins (like niacin and B6) than white meat. These nutrients are essential for energy production, immune health, and hormone balance.

Bacon? Yes, really. When pasture-raised and nitrate-free, bacon offers healthy doses of monounsaturated fats and choline—great for brain function and cell repair.

Dijon mustard adds flavor with almost no calories—and contains selenium, a mineral that helps reduce oxidative stress and inflammation.

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that contains antioxidants and trace minerals like zinc and manganese—just use it in moderation (like we do here!).

Warm Brussels-Apple Slaw with Walnuts

Brussels sprouts are part of the cruciferous family (hello, cancer-fighting compounds!). They’re packed with vitamin K, C, and folate—supporting everything from bone strength to detoxification.

Apples bring the crunch and the quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that can support allergy relief and brain health.

Walnuts = brain food – They're loaded with ALA omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce inflammation and support heart and brain function.

Red onions add a mild bite and a ton of prebiotic fiber,which feeds your gut’s good bacteria.

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