Bacon Brown Sugar Tenders (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 lb chicken tenders or chicken breasts cut into strips
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8 slices of bacon
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½ cup brown sugar, light or dark
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
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Chopped parsley (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Season the chicken tenders with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
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Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon. Secure ends with a toothpick if needed.
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In a shallow bowl, spread the brown sugar. Roll the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders in the sugar, pressing gently so it sticks. Sprinkle any leftover sugar on top for extra caramelization.
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Drizzle the chicken with olive oil or melted butter to help with browning.
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Place the tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
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Broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness, watching closely to avoid burning.
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Serve hot, drizzled with any pan juices, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.