Sweet Heat Wild Turkey Bites

Bear Mountain ambassador Jennifer Danella is at it again with her delicious wild game treats. These turkey bites are a great savory snack option. And, if you don’t have access to a wild turkey, don’t worry, you can use chicken.

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Serves: 3-4

Ingredients:
● 1 wild turkey breast, cut into 1-inch pieces (can swap chicken)
● 1 tbsp chili powder
● 1 tsp paprika
● 1 tsp cayenne pepper
● ½ tsp garlic salt
● ½ tsp black pepper
● 1 tbsp light brown sugar
● 1 package center-cut bacon, cut in half
● 1½ cup sweet barbecue sauce
● 2 tbsp buffalo sauce
● 1 tbsp minced garlic
● Bear Mountain BBQ’s Chef’s Choice, available exclusively at Walmart

Instructions:

1. Mix together the chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic salt, pepper and brown sugar.
2. Coat wild turkey pieces with the seasoning then wrap half a slice of bacon around each of the seasoned turkey pieces. Secure with a toothpick and place onto a baking sheet.
3. Preheat your grill or smoker to 400 degrees and fill it with Bear Mountain Chef’s Choice pellets.
4. Place the turkey bites in the grill or smoker
5. Mix together the barbecue and buffalo sauces and the minced garlic.
6. Brush the turkey pieces with the sauce halfway through cooking. Brush another layer of sauce five minutes before the cook time is over. Cook until the turkey pieces reach 165 degrees (about 25 minutes).
7. Take the bites off the grill or smoker. Plate and enjoy!