Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Turkey Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders, a sweet and savory dish that transforms ordinary chicken into a crowd-pleasing meal in just 30 minutes. Juicy chicken tenders are wrapped in crispy turkey bacon and coated with a caramelized brown sugar glaze, delivering an irresistible combination of texture and taste. This versatile recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, making it a go-to option for busy weeknights. Serve these tenders as an appetizer or main course alongside your favorite dipping sauces, fresh salads, or even in wraps for a fun twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 8 slices turkey bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken tenders with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Toss with brown sugar until fully coated.
- Wrap each tender with one slice of turkey bacon and place seam side down in the baking dish.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Optionally broil for an additional 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Let rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg