Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders with Honey Glaze

Ingredients

– **For the Chicken:**
– 1 pound chicken tenders
– 8 slices of bacon
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

– **For the Honey Glaze:**
– 1/4 cup honey
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
– 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

1. **Prepare the Chicken:**
– Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
– In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
– Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the chicken tenders.
– Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon, securing the ends with a toothpick if necessary.

2. **Prepare the Honey Glaze:**
– In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and chili flakes.
– Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).

3. **Bake the Chicken:**
– Place the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
– Brush half of the honey glaze over the chicken.
– Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

4. **Finish the Chicken:**
– Remove from the oven and brush the remaining glaze over the chicken.
– Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
– For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes.

5. **Serve:**
– Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
– Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Enjoy your bacon-wrapped chicken tenders with honey glaze!