Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders—an irresistible sweet-and-savory appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion! With just five simple ingredients, you can whip up these crispy, caramelized chicken strips in under 30 minutes. Wrapped in smoky bacon and coated in brown sugar, each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor that will leave your guests wanting more. Whether served as a game day snack, a party appetizer, or a fun family dinner option, these tenders are sure to impress. Get ready to enjoy a quick and easy treat that’s both kid-friendly and crowd-pleasing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 strips bacon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice chicken breasts into 8 long strips.
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken strips evenly.
- Wrap each chicken strip with a bacon slice and place them on a baking dish or foil-lined sheet.
- Sprinkle any remaining brown sugar mixture over the wrapped tenders.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through. For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders (91g)
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 822mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg