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Bird's-eye view of chicken tenders wrapped in bacon, glazed with brown sugar and sprinkled with garlic powder and black pepper.

Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

Crispy bacon brown sugar chicken tenders baked with a sweet and savory coating. Ready in 40 minutes with 320 calories per serving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 39 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon bits
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven:

    Set oven to 400°F (205°C).

  • Coat chicken mixture:

    In a large bowl, toss chicken tenders with bacon bits, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly coated.

  • Arrange on sheet:

    Cover a baking sheet with parchment. Place chicken in a single layer, leaving space between pieces.

  • Bake until done:

    Bake 20-25 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp at least 165°F/75°C) and bacon is crisp.

  • Rest before serving:

    Take out of oven and allow to rest a few minutes before serving.
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