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Easy Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

Easy Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders in 30 Minutes

These Easy Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders marry sweet brown sugar and smoky bacon, delivering a flavorful dish made in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tenders
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders or skinless chicken breast strips
  • 6 slices Bacon or turkey bacon for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar light brown sugar can be used for a less intense flavor
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika adds a hint of smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder for a subtle garlic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder enhances the savory base
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt for balancing sweetness
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper to add a gentle kick
For Baking
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Spray/Oil to grease the baking dish

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • large bowl
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken tenders with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Gradually add the brown sugar and mix well until coated.
  3. Wrap each seasoned chicken tender with a slice of bacon, seam side down, in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. Let the tenders rest for about 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum crispness, use thin-cut bacon and avoid overcrowding the pan. Letting the tenders rest helps retain moisture.

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