Description
Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are the perfect blend of sweet and savory, making them a must-try for any occasion. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that features tender chicken wrapped in crispy bacon, coated with a delightful brown sugar glaze. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or looking for a fun family dinner option, these tenders will impress everyone at the table. Serve them as appetizers or on top of salads, rice, or even waffles for a unique twist. With only five ingredients, this recipe is as simple as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 strips bacon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice each chicken breast into 4 long strips.
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, salt, and black pepper; coat the chicken strips in this mixture.
- Wrap each chicken strip in a slice of bacon and arrange them in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle any remaining brown sugar mixture over the wrapped tenders.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the bacon is crispy and chicken is cooked through. Broil for an additional 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness if desired.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bacon-wrapped chicken tenders (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg