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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

A sweet-and-savory creation featuring juicy chicken wrapped in crispy bacon with a caramelized brown sugar glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
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.
  • as needed cooking spray or oil Use a light coating so bacon crisping isn’t impeded.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish or line it with foil, then apply cooking spray.
  3. Season the chicken tenders evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Toss with brown sugar until fully coated.
  4. Wrap each seasoned chicken tender with one slice of bacon, placing the seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Bake the chicken tenders for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Broil for an additional 2–3 minutes if desired.
  6. Let the chicken tenders rest for about 2–3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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