{"id":518,"date":"2026-01-10T21:47:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-10T21:47:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=518"},"modified":"2026-01-10T21:47:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T21:47:26","slug":"bacon-brown-sugar-chicken-tenders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/10\/bacon-brown-sugar-chicken-tenders\/","title":{"rendered":"Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sweet, smoky, and irresistibly juicy chicken tenders wrapped in crispy bacon and coated with brown sugar goodness\u2014perfect for dinner, parties, or game night!<\/p>\n

Prep Time:<\/strong> 10 minutes<\/h3>\n

Cook Time:<\/strong> 25\u201330 minutes<\/h3>\n

Total Time:<\/strong> 40 minutes<\/h3>\n

Servings:<\/strong> 4<\/h3>\n

Calories:<\/strong> Approx. 480 per serving<\/h3>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n
    \n
  • 1 lb chicken tenders (about 8\u201310 pieces)<\/li>\n
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon paprika<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 teaspoon onion powder<\/li>\n
  • 1\/4 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n
  • 1\/4 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n
  • 1\/4 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne (optional, for a little heat)<\/li>\n
  • Cooking spray or a little olive oil (for greasing)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
      \n
    1. Preheat the Oven<\/strong>
      \nPreheat your oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C)<\/strong>. Lightly grease a baking dish or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/li>\n
    2. Prepare the Sugar Mixture<\/strong>
      \nIn a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt<\/strong>, and chili powder (if using)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    3. Assemble the Chicken<\/strong>
      \nPlace the chicken tenders in the baking dish in a single layer. Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture evenly over the chicken.<\/li>\n
    4. Add the Bacon<\/strong>
      \nSprinkle the crumbled bacon<\/strong> generously over the chicken tenders, pressing it lightly so it sticks to the sugar coating.<\/li>\n
    5. Bake<\/strong>
      \nBake uncovered for 25\u201330 minutes<\/strong>, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the top is caramelized and slightly crispy.
      \n(Internal temperature should reach 165\u00b0F \/ 74\u00b0C.)<\/em><\/li>\n
    6. Optional Broil Step<\/strong>
      \nFor extra crispiness, broil for 2\u20133 minutes<\/strong> at the end\u2014watch closely so the sugar doesn\u2019t burn.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Serving Suggestions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
        \n
      • Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, coleslaw, or mac and cheese<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Great with a simple green salad<\/strong> to balance the sweetness<\/li>\n
      • Delicious with a honey mustard or ranch dipping sauce<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Tips & Variations<\/strong><\/h3>\n
          \n
        • Use turkey bacon<\/strong> for a lighter option<\/li>\n
        • Swap paprika for smoked paprika<\/strong> for deeper flavor<\/li>\n
        • Add a drizzle of maple syrup<\/strong> for extra sweetness<\/li>\n
        • Can be made in an air fryer<\/strong> at 380\u00b0F (193\u00b0C) for 12\u201315 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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