Ingredients
– 1 pound chicken tenders
– 6 slices of bacon
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
Creating Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels to ensure they crisp up nicely.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
4. Wrap Bacon: Take a slice of bacon and wrap it around each chicken tender, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
5. Coat with Sugar Mixture: Roll the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders in the brown sugar mixture until well coated.
6. Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Drizzle with Olive Oil: If desired, drizzle a little olive oil over the tenders for extra crispiness.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
9. Check Doneness: Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
10. Serve: Once cooked, remove from the oven and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating delicious Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g