Easy Crispy Bacon in Convection Oven
How to cook bacon in a convection oven or a regular oven the easy way! Get perfectly crispy bacon every time. You'll never go back to stovetop bacon again!
Equipment
- 1 Rimmed baking sheet
Ingredients
- 1 lb bacon we used applewood smoked
- optional seasoning- black pepper or your favorite spices. Or a brush of maple syrup.
Instructions
Convection Oven Bacon (375°F)
- Prep: Preheat your convection oven to 375°F. Make sure the rack is in the middle position. Line a jelly roll-style baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer without overlapping. Sprinkle with optional seasonings if desired.
- Bake for 14–17 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispness. Start checking around the 13-minute mark for thin bacon. Thick-cut may take closer to 17–18 minutes.
- Transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Serve warm and enjoy!
Traditional Oven (400°F)
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and position the rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Lay out the bacon in a single layer so the slices don’t overlap. Add optional seasoning if you'd like.
- Bake for 16–20 minutes, flipping the bacon after 10 minutes for even cooking.
- Once crisped to your liking, place bacon on paper towels to remove extra grease. Serve immediately or let cool for meal prep.
Notes
- Using parchment paper or foil is helpful for easy clean-up, but it's not essential.
- The thickness of your bacon can change the cooking time, as can whether you prefer it on the softer side or very crisp.
- We have tried cooking bacon on a rack and some readers say it makes their bacon even crisper, but honestly, we often skip the rack and just cook it on top of parchment paper lined rimmed baking sheet.
Nutrition
Serving: 2slicesCalories: 180kcalProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 480mg
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