Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of sweet and savory with these Easy Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders. This simple yet mouthwatering recipe requires just five ingredients, making it perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends and family. The crispy bacon bits combined with a sweet brown sugar glaze create irresistible chicken tenders that are sure to impress everyone at your table. Whether served as an appetizer or main dish, these tenders are a hit with both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon bits
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken tenders, bacon bits, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the coated chicken tenders in a single layer on the sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the bacon is crispy.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 chicken tenders (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg