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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders
When I can get a meal on the table in under 30 minutes, I’m all in, and these Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders do exactly that. Just imagine juicy chicken bites wrapped in crispy bacon, coated in a mix of brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, and barbecue sauce. They’re perfect as a party appetizer or served as a main dish with your favorite side.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 581 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 8 boneless skinless chicken tenders
- 1 pound Bacon about 12 slices cut in half
- 1/4 cup Sweet chili sauce
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
Rub:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F for 5 minutes.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Roll the bacon around the chicken pieces, wrapping it tightly.
- Mix the rub ingredients in a medium bowl and gently toss each bacon-wrapped chicken tender in the mixture.
- Arrange the chicken pieces in one layer in the air fryer basket not touching each other, make sure there is space between them.
- Mix the two sauces in a bowl and brush the mixture on top of the chicken.
- Air fry for 5 minutes at 400 degrees F.
- Flip, brush again with the sauce and air fry for another 4-5 minutes, or until crisp.
- Remove to a plate covered with a paper towel while you cook the remaining chicken.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Notes
- My main advice when making these Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders is to wrap the bacon tightly and give each piece enough space in the air fryer. The first time I made them, I crowded the basket a bit too much, and the bacon didn’t crisp up the way I wanted. Now, I make sure the tenders aren’t touching so the air can circulate, and the bacon gets perfectly crispy all around.
- I always spray the air fryer basket with a little olive oil so the chicken doesn’t stick. It helps with easy cleanup too.
- Once they’re done, I place them on a paper towel while I cook the rest. If I want to keep them warm, I pop them in the oven on a wire rack at the lowest temperature.
- I pat the chicken and bacon dry with a paper towel before seasoning. It helps the rub stick better and prevents extra moisture in the air fryer.
- Let the chicken sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before cooking. It helps everything cook more evenly and keeps the inside juicy.
Nutrition Information
Calories
581kcal
(29%)
Carbohydrates
24g
(8%)
Protein
36g
(72%)
Fat
48g
(74%)
Saturated Fat
16g
(80%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
8g
Monounsaturated Fat
21g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
139mg
(46%)
Sodium
1215mg
(51%)
Potassium
695mg
(20%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
20g
(40%)
Vitamin A
1011IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
27mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 581
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 581kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 21g | 105% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 139mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 1215mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 695mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 1011IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.