Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are a perfect blend of sweet and savory, making them an irresistible appetizer or main dish. The combination of crispy bacon and caramelized brown sugar creates a mouthwatering treat that is sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 8 strips bacon
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Chicken:
- Cut each chicken breast into 4 long, thin chicken strips.
- Season Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken tenders to the bowl and toss them in the brown sugar mixture until they are well coated.
- Wrap with Bacon:
- Wrap each chicken strip with a strip of bacon and place them in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle any remaining brown sugar mixture over the wrapped chicken tenders.
- Bake:
- Cook in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked through and crispy.
Helpful Tips:
- Use thin strips of bacon for easier wrapping and even cooking.
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken tenders for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Line your baking dish with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easier cleanup.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve these tenders with a side of ranch dressing or honey mustard for dipping.
- Pair with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
FAQs:
1. Can I use other types of sugar?
Yes, you can use white sugar or coconut sugar, but brown sugar gives the best caramelized flavor.
2. Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the chicken tenders and refrigerate them for up to a day before baking. You can also freeze them before baking and cook directly from frozen, adjusting the cooking time as needed.
3. What if I don’t have Kosher salt?
You can use regular table salt, but reduce the amount to 1/4 teaspoon as it is saltier than Kosher salt.
Servings:
- This recipe makes 8 chicken tenders.
Time of Preparation and Cooking:
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
Recipe Card
Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders
Ingredients
- – 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- – 1/2 cup brown sugar
- – 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- – 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- – 8 strips bacon
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- – Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare Chicken:
- – Cut each chicken breast into 4 long, thin chicken strips.
Season Chicken:
- – In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
- – Add the chicken tenders to the bowl and toss them in the brown sugar mixture until they are well coated.
Wrap with Bacon:
- – Wrap each chicken strip with a strip of bacon and place them in a baking dish.
- – Sprinkle any remaining brown sugar mixture over the wrapped chicken tenders.
Bake:
- – Cook in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked through and crispy.