Description
These Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are sweet, salty, and smoky, featuring a simple five-ingredient recipe that results in a delicious sticky glaze and crispy bacon, perfect for a quick, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenders (or chicken tenderloins) (If thick, pat dry for better glaze adherence.)
- 8 slices Bacon (Regular cut works best for crispy edges.)
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar (Light or dark both work well.)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (Can substitute with onion powder.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (Adjust to taste or add cayenne for heat.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil. If available, place a wire rack on top.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper to create the glaze.
- Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon, ensuring to slightly overlap the bacon.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture over the bacon-wrapped tenders and gently press it on to ensure it sticks.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
- For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results. Bacon is best fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American