Description
Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are an irresistible combination of sweet and savory, making them the perfect dish for any occasion. These chicken tenders are coated in a crispy bacon layer and a delightful brown sugar glaze, creating a flavor explosion that will have everyone asking for seconds. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, you can easily impress your friends and family with this quick yet delectable recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the chicken breasts into strips about one inch wide; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then chop into small pieces.
- In a bowl, combine brown sugar, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken strip in the brown sugar mixture and roll in bacon bits.
- Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken tender (about 85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg