Description
These Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are the perfect combination of sweet and savory! With tender chicken coated in a crispy layer of crumbled bacon and a brown sugar seasoning, these chicken tenders are sure to become your new go-to dinner idea. Whether for a family meal or a party appetizer, these juicy, flavorful tenders are a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders (about 8–10 pieces)
- 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease with cooking spray or oil.
- Prepare the Seasoning: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Season the Chicken Tenders: Place the chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture evenly over the chicken tenders, ensuring an even coating.
- Add the Bacon: Sprinkle the crumbled bacon pieces generously over the seasoned chicken tenders.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
- Serve: Serve the Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders hot. Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors in each bite!
Notes
- You can use regular or thick-cut bacon for added crispiness.
- For an extra crispy finish, you can broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes, but watch it carefully to avoid burning.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (2-3 chicken tenders)
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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