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Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

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A deliciously simple recipe where savory meets sweet with juicy chicken breasts wrapped in crispy bacon and coated in a caramel-like brown sugar glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Consider using different types of sugars for unique flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 strips bacon Turkey bacon can be used for a lighter version.

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Take each chicken breast and generously coat it in the brown sugar mixture.
  4. Wrap each piece of chicken with 4 bacon strips, ensuring all surfaces are covered.
  5. Place wrapped chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
  7. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 600mgSugar: 8g

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken in the brown sugar mixture for a couple of hours before wrapping with bacon. This enhances the flavor. Don't overlap bacon strips too much to ensure crispiness.
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