Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders
Sweet, savory, and just a little spicy, these bacon-wrapped chicken tenders are coated in brown sugar and baked to crispy perfection. They're a hit for weeknight dinners or game day appetizers.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 8 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
- Roll each bacon-wrapped chicken tender in the brown sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the bacon is crispy.
- Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crispy bacon, broil the chicken tenders for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking — just watch them closely to avoid burning. These are also great served with ranch or honey mustard on the side.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 25.5gProtein: 32.3gFat: 9.5gSaturated Fat: 3.3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 79mgSodium: 325mgSugar: 25g