Fried Bacon in the Oven

Achieve perfectly crispy, golden bacon every time with this simple and mess-free method for Fried Bacon in the Oven. By baking thick-cut bacon slices on a wire rack, you ensure even cooking and effortlessly render out excess grease, leaving you with irresistibly crunchy results. With just a 5-minute prep and easy cleanup thanks to a foil-lined baking sheet, this recipe transforms breakfast, brunch, or even your favorite bacon-centric dishes into a stress-free delight. Whether you like your bacon lightly crisped or extra crunchy, this oven-baked technique allows you to customize the texture to perfection. Plus, save that flavorful bacon grease for future cooking ventures! Give your bacon the upgrade it deserves and enjoy a hands-off cooking experience ideal for serving a crowd.

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 slices Thick-cut bacon slices

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper to make cleanup easier.

Step 3

Place an oven-safe wire rack on top of the foil-lined baking sheet. The rack allows air circulation for even cooking and lets the grease drip off the bacon.

Step 4

Lay the bacon slices on the wire rack in a single layer. Make sure the slices do not overlap to ensure they cook evenly.

Step 5

Carefully place the baking sheet in the oven on the middle rack.

Step 6

Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the bacon reaches your desired level of crispiness. Keep an eye on it during the last few minutes, as the cooking time can vary based on thickness.

Step 7

When the bacon is ready, use tongs to transfer the slices onto a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess grease.

Step 8

Let the bacon cool for 1–2 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Carefully pour the grease from the baking sheet into a heat-safe container if you wish to save it for cooking later. Discard the aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	180 grams (180.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	840

Total Fat 72.00g	92%
Saturated Fat 24.00g	120%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 120mg	40%
Sodium 3480mg	151%
Total Carbohydrate 0.00g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.00g	0%
Total Sugars 0.00g
Protein 24.00g	48%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 0mg	0%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 480mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.1%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 0.0%