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Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders Your Family Will Love

Crispy, sweet, and smoky, these Homemade Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders are a crowd-pleasing feast for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders Substitute with chicken breasts for a healthier option.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Bacon Bits Use homemade crumbled bacon for freshness or store-bought for convenience.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a lower glycemic substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for a bolder taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to personal preference.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken tenders with the bacon bits, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  3. Carefully transfer the coated chicken tenders onto the prepared baking sheet, placing them in a single layer.
  4. Slide the baking sheet into your preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Check that the internal temperature of the chicken tenders reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Once cooked, let the chicken tenders rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh chicken tenders for the best flavor. Allow to rest after baking for juiciness.

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