Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe
If you’re looking for a dish that screams flavor bomb with minimal effort, these Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders are it. Think juicy chicken hugged tightly by crispy bacon, then rolled in sweet brown sugar and a sprinkle of chili powder. The result? A combo of sweet, smoky, and just the right amount of spicy. Honestly, it’s one of those Chicken Tenderloin Recipes that makes you wonder, “Why am I not making this every single week?”
Here’s the beauty of it: only 4 simple ingredients—chicken, bacon, brown sugar, and chili powder. That’s it! No fancy pantry raid required. Just grab what’s already in your kitchen and you’re five minutes away from sliding these bad boys into the oven. Less than 30 minutes later, you’ve got the kind of savory chicken that disappears faster than you can say “winner, winner chicken dinner.”
Now, let’s talk about balance. The bacon gets perfectly crisp while the brown sugar bacon caramelizes into this golden, sweet glaze. Then the chili powder sneaks in with a subtle kick that keeps things interesting. Not too hot, but just enough sass to remind you it’s there. Want more heat? Add a little extra. Prefer sweet over spice? Dial it back. Easy.
What I love most is how versatile this recipe is. It works as an appetizer, a quick dinner, or even party finger food. Call it Brown Sugar Chicken, call it one of the best chicken tender recipes you’ll ever try—either way, it’s a keeper. If you’re always on the hunt for chicken breast recipes baked to perfection or foolproof tenderloin recipes, this is the one to bookmark.
Pro tip: make a double batch. Trust me, nobody’s stopping at just one. After all, some of the best bacon recipes deserve to be made in bulk.
Sweet and Spicy Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe
A perfect combo of sweet and spicy flavors wrapped around crispy bacon and tender chicken—ready in just 25 minutes!
Author: Aleda
Yield: Serves 4
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Category: Dinner
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs chicken tenders (about 10 pieces)
- 10 slices of bacon
- ⅔ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375ºF (190ºC) and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Place a wire rack on top to keep the chicken elevated for extra crispiness.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and chili powder until evenly combined.
- Take each chicken tender and wrap it with a slice of bacon, making sure it’s snug. Then, roll the bacon-covered chicken in the brown sugar-chili mixture until fully coated.
- Arrange the prepared tenders on the wire rack, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the bacon is golden, caramelized, and crispy. Serve hot and enjoy that perfect sweet-and-spicy crunch!
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