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A plate with roasted Brussels sprouts, pieces of cooked bacon, and slices of steak.
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Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Recipe

I never realized how good a side dish could be until I tried roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon. The sprouts roast up with crisp edges and tender centers, while the smoky bacon and a touch of balsamic glaze over the top. Best of all, it’s ready in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Sides and Salads
Cuisine: American
Keyword: roasted brussel sprouts with bacon
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 177kcal
Author: Jessica Haggard

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 425 °F and line a baking sheet with parchment or foil to make cleanup easy.
  • In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until they’re well coated.
  • Spread the sprouts out in a single layer on the baking sheet, cut sides facing down for the best crisp. Sprinkle the chopped bacon evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, giving them a stir halfway through, until the sprouts are golden and the bacon is crisp.
  • Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze just before serving and enjoy them warm.

Notes

  • Make sure the sprouts are completely dry before seasoning so they roast up crisp instead of steaming.
  • Choose thick-cut bacon since thinner slices can burn before the sprouts are finished cooking.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan or the sprouts will steam; give them enough space for the heat to circulate.
  • Flip the sprouts only once during roasting to help them brown nicely without drying out.
  • Try adding toasted pecans, dried cranberries, Parmesan, hot honey, goat cheese, or roasted garlic for extra flavor.
  • Serve right away because the longer they sit, the more steam builds up and softens them.
  • Turkey bacon, pancetta, or crispy prosciutto also make great substitutes.
Serve: Serve with pan seared chicken, baked salmon, pot roast, or steak. They’re also great with a grain bowl, olive oil pasta, or as a fresh holiday side to turkey, ham, or prime rib.
Store: Store leftover roasted Brussels sprouts in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 375 F for 8–10 minutes or in the air fryer for 3–5 minutes. Avoid the microwave to keep them crisp.

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 466mg | Fiber: 4g | Net Carbohydrates: 7g
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