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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

A sweet-and-savory creation that combines juicy chicken wrapped in crispy bacon with a caramelized brown sugar glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken tenders Use chicken breast strips if tenders unavailable.
  • 8 slices bacon Use thin cut bacon for crispness; turkey bacon works for lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Light brown sugar for caramel notes; dark brown sugar for deeper molasses flavor.
  • 1 tsp paprika Adds warm color and mild smokiness.
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder Subtle garlic aroma without using fresh garlic.
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder Enhances layered savory flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Balances sweetness and seasons the chicken.
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper Mild peppery heat contrasts the sweet glaze.
  • cooking spray or oil Use a light coating so bacon crisping isn’t impeded.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease your baking dish with cooking spray or line it with foil before applying a light layer of grease.
  2. Lay out the chicken tenders and season them evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Toss the tenders in brown sugar until completely coated.
  3. Wrap each seasoned chicken tender with one slice of bacon, securing it tightly but gently. Place each wrapped tender seam side down in your prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake your chicken tenders in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the bacon is crispy. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for extra caramelization.
  5. Remove the dish from the oven and allow the chicken tenders to rest for about 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 32gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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