Description
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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are sweet, smoky, and crispy – the perfect combo for an easy family dinner or a party snack. These crowd-pleasers are wrapped in bacon, coated in brown sugar, and baked to sticky perfection. Try this simple and fun chicken tender recipe today
Ingredients
Ingredients
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1 lb chicken tenders
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10–12 slices of bacon (thin-cut)
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½ cup light brown sugar, packed
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp black pepper
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Non-stick cooking spray or parchment paper
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray with non-stick spray.
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In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
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Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon, then roll in the brown sugar mixture, pressing to coat.
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Place wrapped tenders on the rack, seam side down.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until bacon is crispy and chicken is cooked through.
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Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
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Use thin bacon so it crisps up nicely in the oven.
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For extra caramelization, broil for the last 2–3 minutes—watch closely!
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Serve with ranch, BBQ sauce, or honey mustard for dipping.
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Great for meal prep, lunchboxes, or party appetizers.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30–35
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders