– 1 pound chicken tenders
– 6 strips of bacon
– ½ cup brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon pepper
– Salt to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
Creating Easy Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders is simple when you follow these clear steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Bacon: Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, pepper, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
4. Wrap Chicken: Take each chicken tender and wrap it with a piece of bacon. Secure it with toothpicks if necessary.
5. Coat with Sugar Mix: Roll the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders in the brown sugar mixture until coated evenly.
6. Place on Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the coated chicken tenders on the sheet.
7. Bake: Drizzle a little olive oil over the tenders and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
Following these instructions will ensure that your chicken tenders turn out mouthwateringly delicious!