Get crispy, evenly cooked turkey bacon in less than 15 minutes with this super simple, mess-free recipe.Say goodbye to bacon grease splatters and waiting by the stove with this effortless method. Hands-off and easy to clean, this oven-baked turkey bacon recipe is a cinch to prepare compared to stove-top bacon.
Though I use uncured meat, this baked turkey bacon recipe will also work with cured and smoked turkey bacon. Different brands of turkey bacon, like Turkey Rashers, Oscar Meyer Turkey Bacon, and Butterball Turkey Bacon, can also be used. To bake turkey bacon crispy without a wire rack, flip the strips one more time after their first 15 minutes in the oven and bake them for 2 additional minutes.
Dry the turkey bacon strips: When you first remove the turkey bacon from its packaging it might be a little wet. Pat dry it on both sides using a sheet of paper towel to remove extra moisture before putting it in the oven.Use a wire rack: Cooking your turkey bacon on a wire rack allows your oven’s hot air to circulate both sides of the strips throughout the baking process. Not only does this circulation help cook your turkey bacon evenly, but it also helps remove any liquid released during the baking process.Flip your turkey bacon: Remember to flip your turkey bacon slices at least once during the cooking process. This movement will help evaporate any extra juices released by the strips.Watch for visual cues: Not every oven is the same, so it’s essential to keep an eye on your turkey bacon to achieve the right level of crispiness. Bubbles and dripping liquid are a good sign because they indicate that the turkey bacon is getting rid of excess liquid and crisping up.Broil your turkey bacon: If you choose to broil turkey bacon at the end of the baking process, cook it for no longer than 1 minute and be sure to keep an eye on it. Though broiling is an easy way to make your bacon extra-crisp, too much may lead to burning.
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Don’t overlap: Make sure your turkey bacon strips don’t overlap when you line them on your wire rack. Layered turkey bacon won’t get crispy. Therefore, if you want to make more than one package’s worth of strips, I recommend cooking them in batches.Add extra flavor: A great way to add bold, spiced flavor is to sprinkle your cooked bacon strips with freshly ground black pepper. (If you’re a pepper freak, this tip is for you!)Cook in a toaster oven: If you want to make turkey bacon in a toaster oven, make sure you don’t overcrowd your strips. Baking your turkey bacon in batches will help clear space for proper cooking.Line your baking sheet: Line your sheet pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper before cooking your turkey bacon for super easy cleanup. Even if you use a wire rack, I recommend lining the sheet pan underneath.
As a topping for soups: Nothing adds more scrumptious, savory depth to a bowl of soup than crisp turkey bacon. Just chop up your oven baked turkey bacon into bite-sized crumbles and add them to your bowl.As a topping for salads: Want to add a delectable crunch to your five-star salad? Turkey bacon is the way to go! Add delicious turkey bacon crumbles to any salad recipe—like my Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad—and you’ll want to lick your bowl clean.With eggs for breakfast: No breakfast is complete without a few slices of turkey bacon. Start your day off right with this rich, protein-packed addition.
