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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

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  • Author: marina-freshwell
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Easy and comforting chicken tenders wrapped in bacon and coated with a sweet brown sugar glaze, perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 8 slices bacon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed lightly)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and place a rack in the center.
  2. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
  3. Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
  4. Roll the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders in the brown sugar mixture until fully coated.
  5. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, giving each tender a little space.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
  7. Let the tenders rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with mustard or ranch and simple sides like salad or roasted vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg