These bacon roasted Brussels sprouts are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and full of smoky flavor. An easy side dish that will convert even the most staunch brussels sprouts haters!
I’m always looking for easy side dishes that the whole family will enjoy. Some of our favorites include sauteed kale, grilled broccoli and these golden brown Brussels sprouts flavored with bacon.
Brussels sprouts can get a bad rap sometimes. People think back to when they were kids and their parents would feed them soggy bland mushy Brussels sprouts. When you roast Brussels sprouts in a super hot oven, they almost get caramelized and are super delicious. These bacon roasted Brussels sprouts are on our dinner table all the time in the winter months, and they couldn’t be any easier to make!
These Brussels sprouts would be perfect with a main dish like shrimp creole, roasted Cornish hen or ground beef stroganoff. Pick your favorite protein and serve these sprouts on the side! For more brussels sprouts recipes, check out my brussels sprouts salad, sauteed brussels sprouts and and grilled brussels sprouts.
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Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts Ingredients
To make bacon roasted Brussels sprouts you will need Brussels sprouts, olive oil, bacon, parsley, salt and black pepper.
- Brussels Sprouts: Look for brussels sprouts that are about the same size so they take about the same amount if time to cook. I look for smaller brussels sprouts because they usually are more tender.
- Bacon: Get a high quality bacon because it will flavor the whole dish. I use kitchen shears to cut my bacon into small squares that are all around the same size. I recommend cutting off portions of the bacon that just contain pure fat.
- Olive Oil: Extra-virgin olive oil helps the brussels sprouts crisp up and gives the sprouts extra flavor.
How Do You Make Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts?
To make these bacon roasted Brussels sprouts, first place the sprouts in a single layer on a sheet pan. Then drizzle them with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Add chopped raw bacon around the Brussels sprouts on the baking sheet. Bake until the sprouts get tender and caramelized and the bacon crisps up. Sprinkle everything with fresh, chopped parsley, then serve and enjoy.
Tips For The Perfect Brussels Sprouts
- You’ll want to cut your bacon into fairly small pieces.
- It is best to use a regular cut of bacon as thick cut bacon will take longer to cook.
- I find that this dish is best when served immediately so that the bacon is crispy. However, leftovers will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat any leftovers in a pan on the stove top to crisp up the bacon.
- Sliced green onions may be substituted for parsley.
- You can serve this recipe as a side dish, or make it a lighter main course by tossing the sprouts and bacon with cooked pasta and a little olive oil and parmesan cheese.
- Feel free to line your baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Quick Tip
Choose sprouts that are similar in size and shape so that they cook at the same rate.
Recipe FAQs
Make sure to wash your Brussels sprouts thoroughly before use. You’ll want to cut a thin slice off the stem end of each sprout, then remove any outer leaves that look brown or damaged. Before you cook the sprouts cut them in half lengthwise.
You do not need to cover Brussels sprouts when you roast them. In fact, I prefer roasting them uncovered to make them more crispy on the outside.
No, you do not need to blanche Brussels sprouts. Simply make sure to rinse them well, trim the stems and cut them in half vertically. Then they are ready to be seasoned and roasted.
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Flavor Variations
This crispy brussels sprouts dish is great as-is, but you can absolutely add other ingredients to customize the flavors to your tastes.
- Cheese: Add a sprinkle of grated cheese, such as parmesan, white cheddar or mozzarella during the last 5 minutes of the baking time.
- Herbs: Swap out the parsley for chives, basil, thyme or green onions.
- Veggies: Feel free to add more vegetables along with the sprouts, some good options are red onion wedges, halved mushrooms, green beans or broccoli.
- Flavorings: Stir in some added flavor to the finished dish with toasted pine nuts, kalamata olives, sun dried tomatoes or drizzle on some balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze. People also enjoy these sprouts with a little maple syrup and chopped pecans!
- Garlic: Garlic lovers can add minced garlic to the brussels sprouts.
These bacon roasted Brussels sprouts are the perfect side dish for a holiday dinner, like Thanksgiving or Christmas, or for an everyday meal. They pair well with spatchcock chicken, sirloin steak or grilled pork chops. I often serve my sprouts alongside a roasted chicken with Hasselback potatoes. You just can’t go wrong with this one!
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Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
- Place the Brussels sprouts in a single layer on the sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Scatter the bacon pieces around the pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until bacon is crispy and sprouts are browned. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Prepare your brussels sprouts by washing them. Then cut a thin slice off the bottom of the stems with a sharp knife. Remove any damaged or brown leaves. Finally, slice them in half lengthwise.
- You’ll want to cut your bacon into fairly small pieces.
- It is best to use a regular cut of bacon as thick cut bacon will take longer to cook.
- Choose sprouts that are similar in size and shape so that they cook at the same rate.
Can I freeze this great dish???
I think the brussels sprouts would get soggy if frozen!
I drizzle a little balsamic vinegar during the last 5 minutes….yummy!
Brussel sprouts with bacon… what could be better!
I love brussels sprouts but to be honest, I get bored with them. This recipe will help put the spark and love back with this veggie that’s one of my faves.
We like roasted Brussels sprouts and make some good vegetarian dishes using them. This too looks like a nice recipe, but will try with vegetarian variants though.
I have never been a huge fan of brussels sprouts, but I love anything with bacon so I would definitely give this a try. Sounds like the perfect heartwarming side dish for the winter months.
Brussels sprouts is something I haven’t tried making at home yet. I am intimidated by it lol. It looks delicious though!
These look so yummy and healthy!!
I always thought I hated Brussels sprouts, but it turned out I just wasnt making them the right way. Roasted Brussels sprouts like these are delicious.
That’s a nice recipe – brussel sprouts are underrated. Like that you used olive oil instead of butter – sounds like a good mix with the smokiness of the bacon.
It’s not such a difficult recipe to handle, which is awesome because it’s a good side! I’ve always liked the combination of bacon and brussels sprouts.
I’m not a fan of brussel sprouts so don’t make them. Hubby loves them as well as bacon so I know that he’d enjoy trying these.
I have actually made Brussels sprouts really similar and they are so good! I feel like this veggie gets a bad name, but roasted like this even my kids ate them up!
These look gorgeous. Lovely photos. I love how green the sprouts are. It’s such an easy recipe too. Takes no time to cook and very little faffing around, which I love.
I’ve only had Brussels sprouts once, and they were amazing. They also had bacon in them. I need to try them out on the family, they have never had any but I think they would like them. I will pin this for later use.
Yum, well, you had me at bacon. I normally do not like brussels sprouts, but I would try them this way. Bacon generally makes everything better.
The wonderful thing about roasting veggies is how fast and easy it can be. We have added so many different things to our brussels sprouts over the years. Bacon is always a favorite.
We adore this recipe. I try to get a little char on mine. Totally love that flavor! Yummy now I want some!
Roasted vegetables are so good. I love the caramelization on the brussels sprouts when they are roasted. The addition of bacon sure does add great flavor. Looks delicious!
Brussels sprouts are my favorite veggie. This is the best recipe I’ve come across because of the bacon. Can’t wait to make it.