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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders served with a delicious glaze

Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

Juicy chicken tenders wrapped in crispy bacon and coated with sweet brown sugar, making for an indulgent yet easy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 8 slices bacon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Cooking spray or oil for baking Optional for baking sheet preparation

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick if necessary.
  4. Roll the bacon-wrapped chicken in the brown sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  5. Place the chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
  2. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For extra crunch, you can broil the tenders for a minute or two at the end of baking. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for about three months. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.