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Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

Irresistible Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

These Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders blend crispy bacon with sweet brown sugar for a family-friendly dinner that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders Chicken breasts can be substituted with adjusted cooking time.
  • 1 cup Bacon Bits Use homemade for freshness or store-bought for convenience.
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a lower-glycemic alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can enhance the flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to spice preference, or use white pepper for milder flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures a perfectly cooked chicken tender that’s crispy on the outside while remaining juicy inside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken tenders, bacon bits, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the coated chicken tenders in a single layer.
  4. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and the bacon bits are crispy.
  5. Check the internal temperature of the chicken, aiming for 165°F (75°C). This ensures food safety.
  6. Remove from the oven and let the chicken tenders rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These chicken tenders store well and reheat beautifully, ensuring deliciousness all week long.

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