Description
A delightful combination of crispy bacon and sweet brown sugar elevates these chicken tenders to a new level, perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
- Roll the bacon-wrapped tenders in the brown sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Place the coated tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For an extra punch, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the brown sugar mixture. Using thick-cut bacon improves the texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: bacon, chicken tenders, sweet, savory, game night, party food
