How to Microwave Bacon
Find out how long to microwave bacon, whether you’ve got regular or thick-cut bacon. Learn how to cook bacon using a microwave bacon cooker or just paper towels and a plate. It’s fast and produces delicious crispy bacon with easy cleanup!
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 75kcal
Equipment
- Microwave Bacon Tray
- Microwave Bacon Cooker
Ingredients
- 2-6 slices bacon regular or thick-cut
- paper towels
Instructions
- Line a large microwavable plate with a triple-layer of paper towels. Lay the bacon strips on top in a single layer without overlapping. Then cover them with a double layer of paper towels.
- Microwave on full power until they reach your desired doneness. In a standard , about 3-4 minutes for two slices
- for 3 to 4 minutes for crispy bacon, and 2 to 3 minutes for chewier bacon. Note that cooking times will vary by bacon thickness and microwave wattage (see note).
- Use kitchen tongs to transfer the bacon strips to a serving plate.
Notes
- Paper towels: It’s important to use high-quality paper towels for this recipe. Avoid commercial or discount brands, which are less absorbent and can lead to sticking.
- Regular Bacon Cooking Times: Use the following guidelines:
| How Long to Microwave Bacon | Regular Bacon (2 slices) | Regular Bacon (6 slices) |
| Standard Microwave (900-1000 watts) | 3 to 4 minutes | 8 to 10 minutes |
| Powerful Microwave (1100-1200 watts) | 2 to 3 minutes | 5 to 7 minutes |
| Small Microwave (600-800 watts) | 4 to 5 minutes | 9 to 11 minutes |
- Thick-cut Bacon Cooking Times: Use the following guidelines:
| How Long to Microwave Bacon | Thick Bacon (2 slices) | Thick Bacon (6 slices) |
| Standard Microwave (900-1000 watts) | 4 to 5 minutes | 10 to 12 minutes |
| Powerful Microwave (1100-1200 watts) | 3 to 4 minutes | 6 to 8 minutes |
| Small Microwave (600-800 watts) | 5 to 6 minutes | 12 to 14 minutes |
- Storage: Leftover cooked bacon will last for 4-5 days in the refrigerator and up to one month in the freezer when stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Serving: 2slices | Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 275mg | Potassium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbs: 1g