Imagine this: Juicy chicken tenders wrapped in crispy bacon, glazed with a caramelized brown sugar coating, and baked to sticky-sweet perfection. These Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser—easy to make, impossible to resist!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Sweet & smoky – The perfect balance of flavors.
Caramelized crunch – Brown sugar creates a glossy, crispy glaze.
Ready in 30 minutes – Great for weeknights or game day.
Versatile – Serve as an appetizer, main dish, or party snack.
Ingredients (Serves 4-6)
. For the Chicken Tenders:
1.5 lbs (680g) chicken tenders (or chicken breasts cut into strips)
10-12 slices bacon (thin or thick-cut)
1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
. For Dipping (Optional):
Ranch dressing
Honey mustard
BBQ sauce
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep & Preheat
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top (for crispier bacon).
2. Season the Chicken
In a bowl, mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne.
Coat each chicken tender evenly with the spice mix.
3. Wrap in Bacon
Wrap each seasoned chicken tender with 1 slice of bacon, stretching slightly to cover fully.
Secure with toothpicks if needed.
4. Bake to Perfection
Place tenders on the wire rack and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until bacon is crispy and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
For extra caramelization, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
Let cool slightly, then serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
Pro Tips for the Best Tenders
Extra Crispy? Use thin-cut bacon or bake on a wire rack.
More Glaze? Brush with extra brown sugar mix halfway through baking.
Spicy Kick? Add 1/2 tsp chili powder to the sugar mix.
Meal Prep? Make ahead and reheat in the oven or air fryer.
Serving Suggestions
Game Day Snack – Serve with toothpicks for easy grabbing.
Dinner Upgrade – Pair with roasted veggies or mashed potatoes.
Burger Style – Pile on a bun with coleslaw and BBQ sauce.
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Final Thought: These Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are sticky, smoky, and downright addictive—will you make them spicy or keep them sweet? Tell us in the comments!
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