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Keto Bacon Wrapped Chicken Tenders

Skip the breading, and serve up these keto bacon wrapped chicken tenders instead! Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with an optional sweet and spicy glaze.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time35 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer
Servings: 4
Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken tenders about 12 pieces
  • 12 slices bacon

Spice Rub

Spicy Maple Glaze (optional)

Instructions

  • In a shallow dish or bowl, combine spice rub ingredients. Separately, combine the maple glaze ingredients if using.
  • Season chicken tenders on both sides with spice mix.
  • Wrap each chicken tender with one slice of bacon, tucking the ends to secure. Cook according to the air fryer or oven instructions below.

Air Fryer Method

  • Air fry bacon wrapped chicken tenders at 400F for 10 minutes. Flip/toss the pieces, and return to air fryer for another 7-10 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and chicken is cooked through.
  • Brush tenders with glaze, and finish with a final 3-5 minutes in the air fryer to set.

Oven Method

  • Preheat oven to 400F. Prep a baking sheet by lining with foil, and topping with a baking rack.
  • Arrange chicken on top of rack, and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and chicken is cooked through.
  • Brush tenders with glaze if using, and finish under the broiler for 1-2 minutes per side to crisp bacon and set glaze.

Notes

  • I find that these keto bacon wrapped chicken tenders turn out crispiest in the air fryer, but you can get similar results in the oven if you use a rack and finish under the broiler.
  • Storage and Reheating: Store refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer or microwave.
  • The glaze adds a bit of heat to balance the sweetness of the sugar free maple syrup. Adjust the heat level by using more or less spice.
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Nutrition

Serving: 3tenders | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 10g