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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the Oven

By Marissa Stevens

5 from 6 votes

Updated Oct 03, 2022

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With just three ingredients plus salt and pepper and 15 minutes of prep you can make juicy, flavorful Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the oven. Enjoy these asparagus bundles wrapped in salty, smoky bacon as a crowd pleasing appetizer or delicious side dish.

bacon wrapped asparagus served on a round white platter and photographed from above.

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Follow the simple tips and techniques in this recipe and you’ll never have overcooked asparagus or soggy bacon. Adjust the recipe to suit your exact tastes.

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Ingredients
Pro Tips and Recipe Options
FAQ
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How to Cook Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the Oven
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the Oven Recipe

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Ingredients

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the oven ingredients on a white marble board.

Asparagus: ideally asparagus spears of similar size
Olive Oil: extra virgin olive oil
Bacon: ideally thin bacon strips
Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Pro Tips and Recipe Options

If you like really crispy bacon, be sure to use thin bacon slices. You also have the option to give the bacon a head start. See this Bacon Wrapped Shrimp for how to partially cook bacon.
For meatier, leaner bundles, use thin, center cut bacon.
If you prefer crisp tender asparagus, partially use the technique above to precook the bacon and reduce the roasting time by a few minutes until the asparagus is cooked to your liking and the bacon is crisp.
For thicker stalks of asparagus, you may need to add 1-2 minutes to the baking time.

FAQ

How do you know when asparagus is done in the oven?

When asparagus is tender it will become a deeper shade of green with lightly brown and crispy tips. For spears that still have some crunch, remove from the oven before the tips start to crisp.

What is the best oven temperature for bacon wrapped asparagus?

425˚F is the ideal oven temperature for cooking asparagus bundles wrapped in bacon.

What should I do with leftover bundles?

You can refrigerate leftover bacon wrapped asparagus bundles for up to 2 days. Enjoy them chopped up, warmed in a skillet and tossed with hot pasta or with scrambled eggs and a little cheese.

How should you cook bacon wrapped asparagus?

Cook it in the oven with this simple recipe or on your grill with this Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus recipe.

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How to Cook Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the Oven

Toss trimmed asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Wrap each bundle of asparagus (4 to 5 spears each) with 1 slice of bacon. Arrange in a single layer on an oven safe wire rack set inside a parchment lined, rimmed baking sheet. Bake in an oven preheated to 425˚F until asparagus is tender and bacon is crisp, 18-22 minutes. Serve.

raw asparagus spears on a baking sheet tossed with oil salt and pepper.

raw asparagus spear bundles wrapped in bacon on a baking sheet.

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the Oven

5 from 6 votes By: Marissa Stevens Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 20 minutes Total: 35 minutes Course: AppetizerCuisine: AmericanCalories: 127 Servings: 6 bundles

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Ingredients 1x2x3x

▢ 6 strips bacon halved crosswise (see recipe note)
▢ 1 pound medium asparagus 20-30 spears
▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil
▢ kosher salt to taste
▢ freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425˚F. Place an oven safe rack inside a parchment lined baking sheet (for easy cleanup).
Place trimmed asparagus in a large bowl or on a second baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; toss to coat evenly.
Divide asparagus spears into 6 bunches of 4 to 5 spears. Starting about an inch below the tips, wrap each bundle with 1 slice of bacon, pressing or tucking under ends to secure and taking care to minimize areas where bacon overlaps. Arrange bacon wrapped asparagus bundles in a single layer on oven safe rack, leaving some space between each.
Bake in preheated oven 18-22 minutes, until asparagus is tender and bacon is cooked to your liking. Serve.

Notes

If you like your bacon really crispy, precook it as I do for my Bacon Wrapped Shrimp or be sure to use thinly sliced bacon.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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18 Comments

This was amazing! We were concerned that the bacon wouldn’t cook through and the asparagus would cook to mushy. This recipe is to perfection 👌! Keeper recipe for easy dish!
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1. So happy you loved it, Meg! I’m glad the timing worked out perfectly – it’s always a worry with bacon and asparagus having different cooking times. Thanks for giving it a try and I’m thrilled it’s a keeper for you!
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I was making a ham also so when I had leftover glaze I brushed it on the bacon .. it was wonderful ❤️
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1. I’m so glad you enjoyed this, Terri!
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Very easy and delicious!
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1. I’m so glad you enjoyed these, Kim!
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Made this last night for guests and they ate these like candy. Excellent recipe
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1. That’s wonderful to hear, Patric! Thank you for coming back to let me know.
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Beautiful! I never served these when I catered because they’re only good warm, but I make them for us!!!
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1. You’re right there, Mimi. Luckily leftovers heat up well!
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I’m currently sort of obsessing over asparagus because I’m just now seeing big, beautiful spears in the stores again. This recipe is perfection! 🙂 ~Valentina
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1. I’m with you, Valentina. We eat our weight in asparagus in the spring, lol.
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This bacon is perfectly cook – crisp, nicely browned, but not overly cooked. And these tasty bundles look terrific!
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1. Thanks so much, Ben!
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Soggy bacon is the worst!! You get your mind set on this beautiful piece of crispy bacon only to be severely disappointed. Great tips in this post, Marissa – that asparagus is making my mouth water and it’s only 8:30am here!!
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1. Thanks, David. haha…well, it’s great for breakfast too!
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They look spring perfect and wholesome!
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1. Thanks Angie!
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Hi there! I'm Marissa.

The best meals don’t come from restaurant kitchens. They come from home cooks like you who take simple ingredients and turn them into something worth sharing. My specialty is making global cooking approachable, from beloved American classics to exciting international flavors. I create recipes that make it simple to cook memorable, restaurant-quality dishes, so you can feel confident and inspired in your own kitchen.