Description
These Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are a deliciously sweet and savory dish featuring juicy chicken tenders wrapped in crispy bacon and coated with a flavorful brown sugar, garlic, and paprika mixture. Perfectly baked to a golden finish, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to satisfy your craving for comfort food with a gourmet twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Bacon
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 6 slices bacon
Seasoning Mix
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the chicken tenders evenly.
- Prepare Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly to create a sweet and savory spice blend.
- Wrap Chicken Tenders: Take each chicken tender and carefully wrap it with a slice of bacon, ensuring the bacon is snug around the chicken to keep it moist and flavorful during cooking.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders evenly in a baking dish, leaving space between each piece to allow air circulation for even cooking.
- Apply Seasoning: Sprinkle the prepared brown sugar mixture evenly over the top of the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders to create a caramelized coating as they bake.
- Bake: Bake the chicken tenders in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the bacon is crispy and caramelized.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your sweet and savory crispy bacon brown sugar chicken tenders!
Notes
- Ensure chicken tenders are of even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness to avoid undercooking.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes.
- Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; bake before serving for best flavor and texture.
