🥓🍗 Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders – Sweet, Savory & Crispy

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Tender chicken wrapped in bacon and kissed with brown sugar—this irresistible combo delivers crispy, caramelized bites that everyone will love. Easy to prep, fun to eat, and perfectly portioned for a balanced meal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Total Time: 30–35 minutes
Servings: 4 (2 tenders each)
Dietary Tags: High-Protein, Indulgent-dish, Kid-Friendly

📚 Table of Contents

  1. Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  2. Ingredients You’ll Need

  3. Quick Recipe Steps

  4. Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  5. Storage & Serving Suggestions

  6. Tips & FAQs

  7. Nutrition Info

  8. Kristy’s Note

  9. More Family Favorites

  10. Call to Action

❣️ 1. Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These chicken tenders hit all the happy notes—crispy, salty bacon meets sweet caramelized sugar for flavor balance. They’re perfect for dinnertime or game-day snacks, and minimal fuss with maximum flavor!

🛒 2. Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • ½ tsp kosher salt

  • ⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper

  • 8 strips of bacon (regular or turkey bacon)

⏱️ 3. Quick Recipe Steps

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

  2. Slice chicken into 8 long tenders.

  3. Toss in brown sugar, salt, and pepper.

  4. Wrap each tender with bacon.

  5. Bake 20–25 minutes until bacon is crisp.

👩‍🍳 4. Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven & Prep Chicken
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice each chicken breast into 4 long strips.

  2. Coat with Sugar & Seasoning
    In a bowl, mix brown sugar with salt and pepper. Add chicken strips, tossing to coat evenly.

  3. Wrap in Bacon
    Wrap each sugar-coated chicken tender with one strip of bacon. Place them seam-side down in a baking dish.

  4. Bake to Crispy Perfection
    Sprinkle any leftover brown sugar over the top. Bake for 20–25 minutes until bacon is crisp and chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature).

🍽️ 5. Storage & Serving Suggestions

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F to refresh the crispiness.

  • Serve with sides like oven-roasted sweet potatoes and steamed greens for a complete meal.

💡 6. Tips & FAQs

  • Use turkey bacon for lighter points—a leaner alternative that still crisps beautifully.

  • Make-ahead tip: Coat chicken ahead, wrap in bacon, and refrigerate. Bake right before serving.

  • Add a kick: Sprinkle red pepper flakes or cayenne in the sugar mix if you like it spicy-sweet.

📊 7. Nutrition Info (Per Tender Estimate)**

  • Calories: ~180 kcal

  • PPV Points (W-W): 5★ when made with regular bacon, 4★ with turkey bacon

  • Protein: 16g

  • Fat: 9g

  • Carbs: 7g

💬 8. Kristy’s Note

These tenders are the perfect blend of indulgence and simplicity—my go-to for happy family dinners. My kids always ask for seconds, and I love that they’re getting protein, not just fried food!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 9. More Family Favorites

  • Honey Garlic Chicken Jerky (Air Fryer)

  • Loaded Potato & Meatloaf Casserole

  • Bacon Brown Sugar Pineapple Wings

  • Teriyaki Chicken Avocado Rice Stacks

📣 10. Call to Action

Tried these bacon-wrapped tenders? Snap a pic and tag me @KristyCookW-W—I love seeing your creations! Comment with your favorite side dish pairing or tweak (I’d love to hear if you made them spicy!). 💛

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