Hawaiian Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400掳F (200掳C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and ginger.
• STEP 3.Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon and secure with toothpicks.
• STEP 4.Place the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
• STEP 5.Brush the chicken tenders with the Hawaiian sauce, making sure to coat them evenly.
• STEP 6.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through.
• STEP 7.Remove the toothpicks before serving.
• STEP 8.Serve the Hawaiian Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders as an appetizer with the remaining Hawaiian sauce for dipping, or as a main dish with rice and a side of vegetables.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken tenders in the Hawaiian sauce for 1-2 hours before wrapping them in bacon.
• If you prefer a spicier version, add some red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the Hawaiian sauce.
• Make sure to use thin bacon slices to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
• If you're grilling the chicken tenders instead of baking, preheat the grill to medium heat and cook for about 10-12 minutes per side.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Hawaiian Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the chicken tenders in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.
• Serve the reheated chicken tenders with additional Hawaiian sauce for dipping.
• These chicken tenders can be served as an appetizer, party food, or as a main dish with rice and vegetables.