Published On: 06.12.21 | 

By: Stacey Little

Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Teriyaki Grilled Chicken Tenders

Marinate the chicken tenders with teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes to an hour for a sweet, tangy flavor. (Stacey Little / Southern Bite)

Summer is right around the corner and that means it’s time to pull out the grill.

To break mine in, I whipped up these super-easy, three-ingredient Bacon-Wrapped Teriyaki Chicken Tenders. They are great for a busy weeknight and kids love them.

Plus, it’s one of those things that you can really pair with any side.

Bacon-Wrapped Teriyaki Grilled Chicken Tenders

A sure family hit on a warm, cozy day. (Stacey Little / Southern Bite)

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 pounds chicken tenders
  • 1/2 cup prepared teriyaki sauce
  • 1 (12-ounce) package sliced bacon

Instructions

  1. Toss the chicken tenders with the teriyaki sauce and allow them to marinate for 30 minutes to an hour.
  2. Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  4. Wrap a piece of bacon around each chicken tender, securing the ends with a toothpick if you desire.
  5. Grill the chicken tenders for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through and the bacon is crisp.

 

This recipe originally appeared on SouthernBite.com. For more great recipes, visit the website or check out ”The Southern Bite Cookbook.”