Description
This simple and foolproof oven-baked bacon recipe delivers perfectly cooked, crispy or chewy bacon with minimal effort. Baking bacon on a parchment-lined sheet ensures even cooking and easy cleanup, making it the best way to get that classic bacon flavor with consistent results every time.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 10 slices bacon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Arrange Bacon: Lay the bacon slices in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Ensure the slices do not overlap or touch to allow even cooking and crisping.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 14 minutes if you prefer chewy bacon, or up to 18 minutes for extra crispy bacon. Keep in mind the bacon will continue to cook slightly after removing it from the oven.
- Drain and Serve: Carefully transfer the bacon strips to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Discard or save the grease for later use. Serve warm and enjoy your perfectly oven-baked bacon.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on bacon thickness and oven variations.
- Saving bacon grease in a jar can add rich flavor to other dishes like eggs or vegetables.
- Use parchment paper or a wire rack for best results; racks allow grease to drip away but require more cleanup.
- Adjust baking time if using turkey bacon or different brands as thickness can affect crispiness.
