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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken tenders: Juicy chicken tenders wrapped in crispy bacon, glazed with brown sugar and garnished with fresh parsley.

Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

Bacon-wrapped Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders coated in spiced brown sugar, baked until caramelized, tender, and irresistibly sweet-savory
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Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Rest Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 38 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 330kcal
Cost: $12

Equipment

  • 1 Instant-read thermometer (For ensuring 165°F internal temperature)
  • 1 Rimmed baking sheet (Catches drips)
  • 1 Wire cooling rack (Prevents soggy bottoms)
  • 1 Parchment paper (Easy cleanup)
  • 1 Small mixing bowl (For spice-sugar blend)

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lb Chicken tenders - Pat dry before seasoning
  • 10–12 slices Thin-sliced bacon - One slice per tender
  • ½ cup packed Light brown sugar - Mixed with spices
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika - For smoky depth
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder - Flavor base
  • ½ teaspoon Fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper - Fresh ground preferred
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper - Optional heat
  • ½ teaspoon Chili powder - Optional boost
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard - Optional brush under bacon
  • 2 sprigs Fresh thyme - Optional garnish
  • 2 tablespoon Apple juice - For caramelization optional but recommended
  • 2 tablespoon Maple syrup - Optional glaze variation

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F and line baking sheet with parchment and rack
    Cooking ingredients on board: Chicken tenders wrapped in bacon, surrounded by spices, garlic, fresh herbs, and sauces on a rustic wooden board.
  • Mix brown sugar with paprika, garlic powder, and seasonings in a bowl
    Bacon-wrapped chicken with sugar coating: Chicken tenders wrapped in bacon and sprinkled generously with brown sugar, ready to bake.
  • Season chicken tenders lightly and wrap each piece tightly with bacon
    Bacon-wrapped chicken before glaze: Seasoned chicken tenders wrapped in bacon strips, arranged neatly on a baking rack.
  • Roll bacon-wrapped chicken in remaining sugar-spice mixture for glaze
    Glazed chicken tenders on rack: Crispy chicken tenders coated in a caramelized brown sugar glaze, cooling on a wire rack.
  • Bake 18–22 minutes until crispy, rest five minutes, then serve hot
    Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken tenders: Juicy chicken tenders wrapped in crispy bacon, glazed with brown sugar and garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 330kcal (17%) | Carbohydrates: 14g (5%) | Protein: 28g (56%) | Fat: 18g (28%) | Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 95mg (32%) | Sodium: 620mg (27%) | Potassium: 420mg (12%) | Fiber: 0.5g (2%) | Sugar: 12g (13%) | Vitamin A: 220IU (4%) | Vitamin C: 2mg (2%) | Calcium: 30mg (3%) | Iron: 1.2mg (7%)
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