🥓 Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders 🥓

A sweet and savory delight that brings joy to your dinner table – perfect for busy weeknights or when you just need a tasty treat!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 lb chicken tenders (about 8-10 pieces)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and apply a light coating of cooking spray or oil.

2. Prepare the Seasoning: In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

3. Season the Chicken Tenders: Arrange the chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Evenly distribute the brown sugar mixture over the chicken, ensuring they are well coated.

4. Add the Bacon: Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the seasoned chicken tenders.

5. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the bacon is crispy.

6. Serve: Enjoy your Bacon Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders hot from the oven.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 280 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Proteins: 25g
- Fats: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Sugar: 16g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For extra crispiness, place the baking sheet under the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad to balance out the sweetness.

⏳ Preparation Time ⏳

Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 30 minutes | Serving: 4