Description
Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders deliver a delightful fusion of sweet and savory that will tantalize your taste buds. These crispy, golden tenders are glazed with a sticky brown sugar sauce and enhanced by the rich flavor of thick-cut bacon. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, these tenders are easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch and an explosion of flavors, making them a must-try dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips; pat dry with paper towels.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy, then chop into bits.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken strips in olive oil followed by the brown sugar mixture and chopped bacon.
- Arrange on the baking dish in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg