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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chipotle-Bacon Jam

November 20, 2014 By Patricia 24 Comments

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chipotle-Bacon Jam

We’re a week away from the big day, so you’ve got plenty of time to pick up the goods to make this amazing vegetable dish. Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chipotle-Bacon Jam will have you rethinking these little cabbage-like orbs, whether you’re a fan or not.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chipotle-Bacon Jam in a skillet

I have to give my husband credit for this recipe. He’s been a fan of bacon jam for a while, and decided that it would taste fab served over Brussels sprouts (which it does). Since he’s the main cook when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner, he makes the effort to get things planned and organized in advance. This year, he made Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chiopotle-Bacon Jam a week early. You know. For “practice.”

This dish is easy to make, and that can be music to your ears for Thanksgiving day when there’s so much action in the kitchen. What’s even better is that they’re over-the-top delicious. Really. Roasting the Brussels sprouts helps caramelize them, turning them dark and dreamy, and tender (no mushiness). The Chipotle-Bacon Jam gives these greens their tangy, and slightly sweet-and-salty flavor.

Chipotle-Bacon Jam for Roasted Brussels Sprouts

After we made and served them this week, I caught myself swiping a finger across my plate to pick up every last drop of deliciousness. If you want to hear how awesome your Brussels sprouts are, put this recipe on the menu.

If you need to make breakfast for visitors over the weekend, pick up some extra Brussels sprouts when you’re at the market to make this recipe for Savory Waffles with Ham, Cheddar, and Brussels Sprouts. It’s another dish that will make you see these veggies in a whole new light.

Recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chipotle-Bacon Jam
Serves 4-6


INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts cleaned and cut in half, lengthwise
  • 4 strips bacon, cooked then diced into small pieces
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/3 cup white onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, diced small, and 1 tablespoon of the adobo sauce (I used a pepper and sauce from a 7-ounce can and reserved the remaining peppers and sauce for another recipe)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the orange juice and zest, the chipotle pepper and sauce, balsamic vinegar, and sugar. Mix to combine until the sugar has dissolved. Set aside.
  3. Cook the bacon, then transfer it to a plate covered in a few paper towels. When cool to the touch, dice the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
  4. Pour any remaining bacon grease from the skillet. Add 1/2 tablespoon of the olive oil back to the skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the onion and cook for about 4 minutes, or until the onion softens. Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute (be careful not to burn it).
  5. Add the orange juice mixture and the bacon pieces to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the mixture reduces by about 2/3. Set aside.
  6. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a large, ovenproof skillet. Add the Brussels sprouts to the skillet, cut side down. Season with the salt and black pepper. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook the Brussels sprouts for 15-20 minutes, or until softened and lightly caramelized.
  8. Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Pour the chipotle-bacon jam over the Brussels sprouts and toss to coat.
  9. Serve warm.
 

Serves 4-6

Filed Under: Dinner, Recipes Tagged With: Brussels sproute, side dishes, Thanksgiving recipes, vegetables

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Comments

  1. Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says

    November 20, 2014 at 2:41 pm

    These look wonderful! We are a huge fan of brussels sprouts in this house! Pinning!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 21, 2014 at 4:08 pm

      Thanks, Michelle! Hope you give them a try!
      Reply
  2. Cindy @ Hun What's for Dinner? says

    November 20, 2014 at 3:54 pm

    I'm usually not crazy for brussel sprouts, but these look so good!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 21, 2014 at 4:09 pm

      Hi Cindy! These might change your mind :) Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  3. Tara says

    November 20, 2014 at 4:07 pm

    These look scrumptious!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 21, 2014 at 4:09 pm

      Thanks, Tara & for stopping by, too!
      Reply
  4. Linda (Meal Planning Maven) says

    November 20, 2014 at 5:01 pm

    I love finding new Brussels sprouts dishes for the holidays and yours look so pretty and festive!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 21, 2014 at 4:09 pm

      Me too, Linda! Thanks so much for stopping by!
      Reply
  5. Patty Haxton Anderson says

    November 20, 2014 at 5:29 pm

    These look delicious. The bacon jam is a winner!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 21, 2014 at 4:10 pm

      Yes!! Thanks, Patty! :)
      Reply
  6. Sissy says

    November 20, 2014 at 7:45 pm

    Brussels Sprouts are a wonderful addition to holiday meals. This glaze is genius!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 21, 2014 at 4:10 pm

      Thanks, Sissy! This are sooo, so good!
      Reply
  7. Jenn @ Deliciously Sprinkled says

    November 20, 2014 at 8:56 pm

    Gorgeous photos! I love brussels sprouts, perfect side dish for a holiday party! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 21, 2014 at 4:11 pm

      Thanks for the kind words, Jenn! I love Brussesls sprouts, too! Cheers!
      Reply
  8. Yvonne says

    November 23, 2014 at 6:32 pm

    Hi, Patty! Your Thanksgiving meal will be even better w/these gems! What temp. does Pat use for the oven roasting part? Happy Thanksgiving...especially with your dear mom there. ♥
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2014 at 3:23 am

      Yes! The oven should be at 375 degrees F. Hope you try them - they're delish! We're happy my mom loves these & we're looking forward to Thanksgiving together! Hope you have a great one, too!
      Reply
  9. Hein says

    December 2, 2014 at 6:46 pm

    These sound so delicious! I have to make the bacon jam.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:01 pm

      Thanks so much, Hein! I hope you give it a try, and let me know what you think!
      Reply
  10. Trisha - The Lazy Mom says

    December 3, 2014 at 5:03 am

    This is brilliant! I need to make that jam PRONTO!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 3, 2014 at 7:01 pm

      Thank you, Trisha! Hope you try it and like it!
      Reply
  11. Heather Denniston says

    November 20, 2016 at 10:37 pm

    What a great take on Brussels. These look so good with just the right amount of sweet!!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2016 at 3:43 am

      Thanks, Heather! I love this combo!
      Reply
  12. Melissa says

    November 21, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    You had me at brussel sprouts!!! This sounds simply delicious...can't wait to try :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      November 24, 2016 at 3:41 am

      Thanks so much, Melissa!
      Reply

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Growing up surrounded by my Italian family it was always, "grab a plate" whenever anyone came to visit. Food was always a celebration, even everyday meals, and I like it that way. I try to make each meal memorable with my recipes for mainly meatless, mostly healthy, and easy-to-make dishes (with sweet treats in between).

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