Description
Discover how to make delicious Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders at home with this easy recipe. Perfectly crispy and packed with flavor, a must-try!
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
- 1/2 c brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp (3 ml) Kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp (1 ml) ground black pepper
- 8 strips beef bacon
Instructions
- Set your oven to 375°F to warm up.
- Cut the chicken breasts into 4 long, narrow pieces each.
- Combine the brown sugar, Kosher salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken pieces in this blend thoroughly.
- Wrap each chicken piece with a strip of beef bacon, tucking the ends underneath to keep them secure while cooking.
- Arrange the bacon-wrapped chicken pieces in a baking dish. Sprinkle any leftover sugar mixture over them.
- Cook in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the bacon becomes crispy and the chicken is fully cooked. Watch closely to avoid burning the sugar.
- Serve while hot and savor!
Notes
- Add a hint of smoked paprika to the brown sugar mix for added flavor.
- Check the chicken’s internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F before serving.
- Customize with cayenne pepper or garlic powder for a spicy twist.
