Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Strips combine juicy chicken tenders, smoky bacon, and a sweet-spicy brown sugar coating baked or grilled until perfectly crisp.
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Calories: 320kcal
Equipment
- Baking sheet or grill grate
- mixing bowls
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 10 strips bacon
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven or grill to 350°F (175°C). Mix onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- Season chicken tenders evenly with the spice mixture, rubbing gently to coat all sides.
- Wrap one strip of bacon tightly around each chicken tender and press the ends to secure.
- Mix brown sugar and chili powder. Sprinkle evenly over the bacon-wrapped chicken, pressing lightly so it sticks.
- Arrange on a baking sheet or grill grate and cook for 25–30 minutes until bacon is crisp and chicken is fully cooked.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Use regular-cut bacon for best results. Check doneness with a thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 720mg | Potassium: 420mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 6mg