Bacon on the Grill

Bacon in a cast iron pan cooking on a grill

Discover the best way to cook bacon on the grill using indirect heat, a cast iron skillet, and a few smart grilling tips for crispy, flavorful bacon every time.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword bacon, grill, grilled bacon, grilling

Dietary Needs Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, Keto, Nut-Free, Paleo, Whole30

Meat Pork

Cooking Method Grill

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings slices

Calories 158kcal

Author Stephanie Lynch

Equipment

Ingredients

1 lb bacon thick-cut

Instructions

If you’re using a charcoal grill, set up a two-zone fire—piling coals on one side for medium-high heat and leaving the other side cooler for indirect heat. For a gas grill, simply turn off one burner to create a similar effect.
Lay the slices of bacon in a single layer in a cast iron skillet, grill pan, or over a cooling rack on a baking sheet
Place the skillet or tray over the indirect heat zone
Grill bacon with the grill lid closed for about 10-15 minutes, flipping occasionally with tongs
Adjust to medium heat if needed to prevent flare-ups
Once the bacon is done to your liking (crispy or a little chewy), transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to soak up the excess grease
Let it rest for a few minutes before serving

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