Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup and place a wire rack on top. The rack helps the bacon to cook evenly without getting soggy from sitting in its own grease.

Rinse the chicken tenders and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using).

Wrap each chicken tender with a slice of bacon. Start at one end and wrap the bacon around the tender, slightly overlapping as you go. Secure the bacon with a toothpick if necessary. For added sweetness, you can sprinkle a little brown sugar over the bacon-wrapped tenders.

Place the bacon-wrapped chicken tenders on the prepared wire rack on the baking sheet. This setup allows air to circulate around the tenders, making the bacon crispy all around.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). For extra crispiness, you can broil the tenders for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, but watch them closely to prevent burning.

Let the chicken tenders cool slightly before serving. Serve them with your favorite barbecue sauce for dipping.