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Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus in Air Fryer

Bacon asparagus: air fry this simple, savory side dish with perfectly crisp bacon and tender asparagus. Quick to prepare, ideal for weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 7 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound asparagus (about 16 spears)
  • 8 slices bacon
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Olive oil spray (optional)
  • Garlic powder to taste

Method
 

  1. Break or cut off the woodsy ends of asparagus by snapping them.
  2. Cut each bacon slice in half to get 16 pieces.
  3. Wrap bacon around each asparagus spear, starting from the middle and leaving the ends exposed.
  4. Arrange asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring space between each piece. Cook at 4000F for 15-18 minutes, or until bacon is crispy and asparagus is tender.

Notes

- For extra crispy bacon, pre-cook the bacon for 2-3 minutes in the air fryer before wrapping the asparagus. This ensures it's fully rendered.
- Don't overcrowd your air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to allow proper air circulation for even cooking and crispiness.
- The first time I made this, I noticed the asparagus tips sometimes got too dark. Wrapping the bacon slightly higher on the spear helps protect the delicate tips from overcooking while the bacon crisps.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.