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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders That Melt in Your Mouth

Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are a quick, delightful treat with sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Tenders
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders Boneless chicken breasts also work well.
  • 1 cup Bacon Bits Fresh cooked bacon can elevate taste.
For the Sweet and Savory Coating
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be a healthier alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to swap with fresh minced garlic.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust based on personal spice preference.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken tenders, bacon bits, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Coat evenly.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the coated chicken tenders in a single layer.
  4. Bake the chicken tenders for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and sizzling.
  5. Check the internal temperature of the chicken, which should be at least 165°F (75°C).
  6. Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 9gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh cooked bacon. Experiment with different spices for variations.

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