Turkey Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Turkey Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders, a dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory notes. In just 30 minutes, you can create this mouthwatering meal featuring juicy chicken wrapped in crispy turkey bacon and glazed with a caramelized brown sugar coating. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a delightful appetizer for your next gathering, these tenders are sure to impress everyone at the table. With minimal cleanup and easy preparation, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 8 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 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
- Cooking spray or oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Season the chicken tenders with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Coat each piece with brown sugar.
- Wrap each seasoned chicken tender with a slice of turkey bacon and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Let rest for 2–3 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 chicken tenders (120g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg