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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders served on a plate with a dipping sauce.

Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

These Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders combine crispy bacon and sweet brown sugar for an irresistible dish that's perfect for any occasion, be it a weeknight dinner or a fun game day snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 330 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 8 slices bacon

Spice Mixture

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
  • Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon.
  • Dip the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders in the brown sugar mixture, coating them well.
  • Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cooking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
  • Optionally, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating your chicken in buttermilk and spices before wrapping in bacon. Don't overcrowd the baking sheet for optimal crispiness.
Keyword Bacon, Brown Sugar, Chicken Tenders, Easy Recipe, Game Day Snack