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Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders

Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders: Easy Sweet & Savory Dinner Recipe

  • Author: Freya Allen
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Discover the ultimate Brown Sugar Chicken Tenders recipe that brings together sweet brown sugar, tangy mustard, and a hint of apple cider vinegar for a perfectly caramelized crust. This easy, quick‑cook chicken dinner serves four, ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Packed with flavor, the tender chicken stays juicy while the brown sugar creates a glossy, savory‑sweet glaze that kids and adults adore. Perfect for meal‑prep, leftovers stay moist and delicious. Love it!!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In another bowl, whisk olive oil, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar.
  4. Dip each chicken tender in the mustard mixture, then coat with the brown sugar blend.
  5. Arrange coated tenders on the prepared sheet.
  6. Bake 20‑25 minutes until cooked through and caramelized.
  7. Let rest 3‑5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispness
  • place a wire rack on the baking sheet. If you prefer a spicier version
  • add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dry mix. Leftovers reheat best in the oven to retain crunch.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders per serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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