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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders: A Family-Friendly Delight

Enjoy these Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders, a quick and delicious dish combining savory bacon and sweet brown sugar.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders Substitute with chicken breasts or thighs if desired.
  • 1 cup Bacon Bits Cooked and crumbled.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar or maple sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic may be used but in smaller amounts.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken tenders, crumbled bacon bits, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the coated chicken tenders in a single layer.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Let the chicken tenders rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve these tenders with a fresh salad or your favorite dipping sauce for a complete meal. Use a meat thermometer for best results.

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