Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders (Printer-Friendly)
Tender chicken wrapped in smoky bacon with a sweet and savory spice blend, baked for a crispy finish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Seasoning Mix
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Main Ingredients
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500 grams chicken tenders
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8 slices bacon
# Steps to Make This:
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Set the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with a cooling rack to promote airflow for crisping the bacon.
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Combine brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl; stir thoroughly until evenly blended.
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Add the chicken tenders to the seasoning mixture and toss to coat each piece evenly on all sides.
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Encase each seasoned chicken tender with a slice of bacon, ensuring slight overlap for full coverage.
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Place the wrapped tenders seam side down onto the rack, spaced evenly to allow heat circulation.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and bacon begins to turn golden.
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Switch oven to broil, position the rack near the top, and broil the tenders for 2 to 3 minutes per side, watching closely to achieve desired crispness.
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Remove from oven and allow tenders to rest for several minutes to retain juiciness before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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For deeper flavor, let the seasoning sit on the chicken for a few minutes before wrapping.
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Drain excess bacon fat halfway through baking for a crisper result.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to three days; reheat in oven for best texture.
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Prepared tenders can be frozen raw after wrapping; reheat fully cooked in the oven when needed.