Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe | 100KRecipes (2024)

To be honest, I really love complex dishes with a huge amount of ingredients. In principle, I love to cook and I can stand for hours in the kitchen, creating something delicious and appetizing.

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But, there are always times when you want to devote more time to your husband, child, or yourself. Then no less delicious, but very easy and quick recipes come to the rescue, such as bacon-wrapped chicken tenders.

All you need are chicken tenders, bacon slices, and condiments. And if you still think that poultry in meat is too much, just try these juicy morsels!

Another variation on this theme using cheese. Place a slice of cheese (hard varieties such as cheddar or Swiss will work) on the chicken tender. Then wrap in bacon and bake.

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HOW TO MAKE BACON-WRAPPED CHICKEN TENDERS FROM SCRATCH?

  1. Preheat oven (grill or smoker) to 350 degrees F.
    In a small bowl, combine pepper, salt, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic, and onion powder.
  2. Place chicken tenders in a separate large bowl and add prepared seasoning so that all pieces are covered on all sides.
  3. Wrap each chicken tender in a thin slice of bacon, tucking the edges down.
  4. In a bowl, combine brown sugar and chili powder.
  5. Sprinkle the chicken tenders with the sugar mixture, press with your fingers to keep it from falling off. Place everything on a parchment-lined baking sheet if cooking in the oven. Or place in a smoker and cook with the lid closed for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is done.

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How long to bake bacon-wrapped chicken tenders?

Preheat oven, grill, or smoker to 350 degrees F. Bake in the smoker with the door closed or in the oven for half an hour.

After that, you can take out one piece, cut it, and check for readiness.

Bake for another 5-7 minutes if necessary, but usually half an hour enough.

Also, after cooking in a smoker, you can put bacon-wrapped chicken tenders on a baking sheet and fry for a few minutes to make the bacon crisp.

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Recipe tips;

  1. Double the amount of seasoning, salt, and bacon slices if you want more chicken tenders.
  2. Use as thinly sliced bacon as possible. It’s easier to wrap around chicken tenders and won’t stick out.

Do you cover bacon-wrapped chicken tenders?

If you don’t like sweetmeat dishes, then don’t sprinkle chicken tenders with brown sugar. As for me, I really love this cover. The brown sugar melts in the oven and forms a sweet glaze that goes well with bacon.

What to serve with bacon-wrapped chicken tenders?

My top recommendation is to cook the side dish while the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders are baked in the oven or smoker. To serve the side dish along with the chicken. If the side dish is late, you run the risk of being left without a full meal because chicken tenders will be eaten right away. So, the following side dishes go well:

Potatoes:

  • Roasted potatoes and carrots
  • Mexican potatoes
  • Best baked sweet potato fries!

Salads:

  • How to make the best red potato salad
  • Summer vinegar salad

Vegetables:

  • Sauteed zucchini with parmesan
  • Candied carrots

Cereals:

  • How to cook wild rice

Casseroles:

  • Pineapple casserole
  • Scalloped corn casserole

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BACON-WRAPPED CHICKEN TENDERS

Bacon-wrapped chicken tenders are juicy tenders, flavorful, and crispy. The bacon keeps the chicken from drying out, and the brown sugar coating creates the yummy glaze.

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken tenders (approx 10 chicken tenders)
  • 10 strips bacon
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ to 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tbsp chili powder

Instructions

  • Mix all spices except chili powder with salt and sprinkle with chicken tenders so that they are coated on all sides.

  • Wrap the chicken in thin slices of bacon, fold the edges down.

  • Combine brown sugar with chili powder and sprinkle with chicken rolls. Press with your fingers to keep the mixture from falling off.

  • Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cook in a preheated to 350 F oven for half an hour. Or place in a smoker and cook with the lid closed for about 30 minutes.

Notes

  • Wash chicken tenders and pat dry with paper towels before using them.
  • Fold the chicken tenders into a sturdy bag, add seasoning, close the bag, and shake. This will ensure an even coating.
  • If the bacon is dry and the sugar does not adhere well to it, lightly brush the surface of the bacon with vegetable oil.

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  1. Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe | 100KRecipes (7)Jean

    We liked this dish, but it was greasy. I used good name brand bacon.
    How can I make it better?

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    • Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe | 100KRecipes (8)100krecipes

      I prefer to use bacon with the least amount of fat, thinly sliced. you can also try using raw brisket, choosing the least fatty slices.

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    • Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe | 100KRecipes (9)Robyn Smith

      Could you maybe cook the chicken on a rack on the cookie sheet? I haven’t made these yet, but it’s on my list for this week.

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      • Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe | 100KRecipes (10)100krecipes

        yes, I think it’s a good idea, especially if the bacon has a lot of fat. Then the excess fat will drain onto the baking sheet.

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  2. Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe | 100KRecipes (11)sheila

    Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe | 100KRecipes (12)
    Ok, great recipe, loved it. How would this recipe be with pork chops?

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    • Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe | 100KRecipes (13)100krecipes

      Thanks, sheila, you can use boneless pork chops, cut them into long thin slices like chicken tenders and cook further according to the recipe,

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FAQs

How many chicken tenders does it take to make a pound? ›

Average Weight of Chicken Tenders

A pound, equivalent to 16 ounces, generally contains around 8 to 10 medium-sized uncooked tenders. After cooking and breading, these tenders may weigh slightly more, resulting in approximately 7 to 8 tenders per pound.

How many chicken tenders do you get out of a chicken? ›

Culinary chicken tenders are often cut from both pieces of meat, but there's no official standard for how many you can cut—that's limited by the size of the cuts and the desired size of the tenders. Having just learned what a 'tender' is, I would say that there is only one per breast.

How many chicken tenders for one person? ›

Count on two or three tenders per serving, depending on their size. For dishes such as chicken piccata, chicken saltimbocca and chicken marsala that require pounding the meat flat, the tenders are easier to work with than boneless, skinless chicken breasts.

How many tenders is 4 oz of chicken? ›

A standard serving of chicken breast tenderloins is two chicken pieces or tenders with a weight between 3.5 to 4 ounces or up to 112 grams combined.

How many chicken tenders is 2 lbs? ›

In conclusion, if you're planning to cook with chicken tenders, you can expect to get between 8-16 tenders in a pound. Keep in mind that this can vary depending on the weight of each individual tender, and how they are prepared.

Do you need to pound chicken tenders? ›

Pounding chicken tenderizes the meat and prevents uneven cooking.

How long to cook uncooked chicken tenders? ›

Bake:
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Place frozen strips baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 20 minutes.
  4. Remove tray from oven, turn strips over and bake for an additional 7 minutes or until product reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

How many chicken tenders equals 4 chicken breasts? ›

Since they're located on the underside of the breast, it's just a smaller region to grow in comparison. It will take two chicken tenderloins to be equal in size to a whole chicken breast. This is important to remember in case you ever need to substitute between the two based on an ingredient list.

How many chicken tenders are in one breast? ›

Chicken tenders or chicken tenderloins are the little strips of meat that are tenuously attached to the underside of each breast (and thus sometimes called “hanging tenders”), so every chicken has two tenders.

How many chicken fingers for 30 people? ›

We recommend 3-4 chicken fingers per person.

How much chicken do I need for 2 people? ›

For each adult, count on having about 4 to 5 ounces of cooked chicken, 10 ounces of uncooked boneless chicken breasts will yield approximately 6 1/2 ounces cooked, while 10 ounces of uncooked boneless chicken thighs will yield about 5 ounces cooked.

How do you measure 3 oz of chicken tenders? ›

The general rule is that 3 ounces of chicken is roughly the size of a deck of playing cards or the palm of your average hand. If you decide to use a cup measurement (which isn't exact), the cup will be about half to 60 percent full. Chicken is one of the most popular meats in North America, and for good reason.

What does 4 oz of chicken mean? ›

Some people use the palm of their hand as a guide. Depending on the vendor, some chicken breasts are two or three times the recommended serving size. A 3-ounce serving of cooked chicken is about 85 grams or just over half a cup of chicken. For 4 ounces, it would be 133 grams or about 3/4 cup.

Are chicken tenders healthy? ›

While fried chicken tender can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet, it's important to be aware of the potential drawbacks. Consuming excess fried chicken fingers or tenders may lead to higher cholesterol and sodium levels, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.

How many pieces of chicken is 1 pound? ›

One pound of chicken equals (assuming medium sized pieces- this can definitely vary depending on the size of the chicken!): Boneless: 2 average sized chicken breasts. 4 average sized chicken thighs.

How many people does 1lb pulled chicken feed? ›

How many people will a pound of pulled chicken feed? - Quora. A serving would be 4 ounces, so 4 people. That's assuming that the pulled chicken is only part of the meal. You would normally serve coleslaw, beans, corn, or some vegetable too.

How much weight do chicken tenders lose when cooked? ›

Q: How much does meat shrink when cooked? In general, meat, poultry and fish will shrink about 25 percent when cooked. Sixteen ounces (1 pound) of raw boneless, skinless chicken breast will therefore yield about 12 ounces of cooked chicken.

How much does a chicken strip weigh? ›

A chicken strip, weighing approximately 1.4 oz contains around 125 calories. If you indulge in a serving of four chicken strips (about 150g), you will consume about 450 calories, accounting for approximately 27% of your daily caloric intake.

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