Bacon-Wrapped Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are the perfect blend of sweet, smoky, and savory! Juicy chicken tenders are wrapped in crispy bacon, coated in a rich layer of brown sugar, and baked to caramelized perfection. With just a handful of simple ingredients, this easy yet impressive dish is ideal for weeknight dinners, party appetizers, or game day snacks. The bacon crisps up beautifully while the brown sugar melts into a sticky glaze that takes these chicken tenders to the next level.
Bacon and Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders
Description
Bacon and Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders
Ingredients
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F 🔥
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Cut each chicken breast lengthwise into 4 long, thin strips. Season with salt and pepper.
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In a medium bowl, place the brown sugar, and toss the chicken strips in brown sugar to coat.
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Wrap each chicken tender in a strip of bacon and either tuck the ends under the bottom of each tender, or place a toothpick to hold bacon in place and place in a shallow baking dish.
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Sprinkle the remaining brown sugar over the top of the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the bacon gets crispy. Serve hot.
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 353kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 19g30%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Cholesterol 65mg22%
- Sodium 655mg28%
- Potassium 334mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
- Sugars 27g
- Protein 18g36%
- Iron 1 mg
- Magnesium 23 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
