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How To Cook Bacon On a Stove

Cooking bacon in a pan is simple, quick, and full of flavor. It turns out crispy on the edges and tender in the middle. Perfect for breakfast, topping a sandwich, or adding to your favorite dish.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American, International
Keyword bacon in the oven, cast iron, cook, cook bacon, cook bacon on the stove, cook the bacon, crispy, crispy bacon, fry bacon, frying pan, grease, make bacon, skillet, stovetop
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 28kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

  • 1 Wooden Spatula
  • 1 Pan

Ingredients

  • 20 Pieces Bacon thin slices
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Lay out bacon slices for easy access and heat a skillet over medium heat; wash and chop spring onions if using.
  • Place bacon in a single layer on the heated pan and cook evenly until golden brown and crispy.
  • Transfer cooked bacon to paper towels to absorb grease and let rest briefly to firm up for extra crispiness.
  • Top with chopped spring onions for color and mild flavor, or garnish with parsley or sliced cherry tomatoes if preferred.

Notes

  • Start with a cold pan for even cooking.
  • Cook on medium heat to prevent burning.
  • Flip the bacon only when the edges begin to curl.
  • Use a splatter screen to minimize mess.
  • Thicker bacon takes longer, adjust cooking time as needed.
  • Save the bacon grease for extra flavor in other dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 28kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 78mg