Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders
Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders combine sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. Juicy chicken, seasoned brown sugar, and crispy bacon bake to caramelized perfection—an easy, crowd-pleasing favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 6 strips bacon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
- Mix the Seasoning: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: Toss the chicken tenders with olive oil and Dijon mustard, then roll them in the brown sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Wrap with Bacon: Wrap each tender with chopped bacon and place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Sprinkle any leftover seasoning on top.
- Bake Until Crispy: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C). Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra caramelization.