Description
Discover the flavorful combination of sweet and savory with these Caramelized Bacon and Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders. Juicy chicken coated in crispy bacon and a rich brown sugar glaze creates a delicious dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken tenders with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper for maximum flavor.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then crumble it and set aside, keeping the grease in the skillet.
- Add the seasoned chicken tenders to the skillet and cook until browned. Sprinkle brown sugar over them and allow to caramelize while stirring in the crumbled bacon.
- Plate the caramelized chicken tenders and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Store the chicken tenders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- For the best taste, reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.
- Pair with creamy coleslaw, fries, or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg