Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders (Print-Friendly Version)

Bacon and brown sugar coat tender chicken for a sweet and savory main perfect for meals or parties.

# Ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Seasoning

02 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

→ Other

05 - 8–10 strips bacon
06 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar
07 - Cooking spray or olive oil, for greasing

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease with cooking spray or olive oil.
02 - Slice chicken breasts into strips or tender-sized pieces using a sharp knife.
03 - Season chicken strips with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Ensure even coating on all sides.
04 - Wrap each seasoned chicken strip with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
05 - Roll each bacon-wrapped chicken strip in brown sugar, pressing gently to coat.
06 - Place coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
07 - Bake for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until bacon is crisp and chicken is thoroughly cooked.
08 - Broil for an additional 1–2 minutes if extra crispiness is desired. Monitor carefully to avoid burning.
09 - Remove toothpicks if used. Serve the chicken tenders warm.

# Notes & Tips:

01 - For extra flavour, add a pinch of cayenne to the brown sugar for a sweet and spicy finish.
02 - Thick-cut bacon will provide a meatier bite, while thin-cut yields a crisper result.
03 - Serve with ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce for dipping.

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