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Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Flavor Infusion:

Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.

Base Preparation:

Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.

Baking Tips

Use thin-cut bacon for even cooking and easier wrapping

Soak toothpicks in water to prevent burning

Don't overlap bacon too much or it won't get crispy

Wire rack allows air circulation for crispier bacon

Pat chicken very dry for better seasoning adhesion

Don't overcook or chicken will become dry

Let rest before serving to retain juices

Can be prepped a few hours ahead and refrigerated

Use meat thermometer for perfect doneness

Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders

Name: Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings (18 tenders)
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Chicken Tenders:; 3 lbs chicken tenderloins (about 18 pieces); 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 teaspoons onion powder; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 2 tablespoons olive oil; For Wrapping:; 18 slices thin-cut bacon (not thick-cut); 18 wooden toothpicks, soaked in water; For the Glaze (Optional):; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; Pinch of red pepper flakes; For Serving:; Ranch dressing; Honey mustard sauce; BBQ sauce; Buffalo sauce; Fresh parsley for garnish

The ultimate indulgent appetizer or main course that combines two beloved proteins into one irresistible dish. These juicy chicken tenders are seasoned with aromatic spices, wrapped in smoky bacon, and baked to crispy perfection. The bacon not only adds incredible flavor but also keeps the chicken incredibly moist while creating a beautiful crispy exterior. Each tender is a perfect bite of succulent chicken enveloped in salty, smoky bacon that's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Simple enough for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough for parties and special occasions.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

25 Minutes

Total Time

40 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Chicken Tenders:

3 lbs chicken tenderloins (about 18 pieces)

2 teaspoons garlic powder

2 teaspoons onion powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

2 tablespoons olive oil

For Wrapping:

18 slices thin-cut bacon (not thick-cut)

18 wooden toothpicks, soaked in water

For the Glaze (Optional):

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Pinch of red pepper flakes

For Serving:

Ranch dressing

Honey mustard sauce

BBQ sauce

Buffalo sauce

Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top.

Pat chicken tenders completely dry with paper towels. Trim any excess fat or connective tissue.

In a large bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.

Drizzle chicken tenders with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.

Season chicken with the spice mixture, rubbing to ensure even coverage on all sides.

Starting at one end, wrap each chicken tender with one slice of bacon in a spiral pattern, overlapping slightly.

Secure the bacon end with a soaked toothpick, piercing through both the bacon and chicken.

Place wrapped tenders seam-side down on the wire rack, spacing them evenly apart.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F.

If making glaze: While chicken bakes, whisk together brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.

If using glaze, brush it over the tenders during the last 5 minutes of baking.

Let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Remove toothpicks and serve immediately with choice of dipping sauces, garnished with fresh parsley.

Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders

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