tenders will definitely steal the show. Let’s dive into how to make these irresistible treats, with options for both oven baking and air frying.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 25 oz package of frozen Crispy Chicken Strips
- Sauce:
- ⅓ cup of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
- 1 ½ cups of brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons of BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon of corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon of water
- Optional Dips:
- Ranch dressing
- Blue cheese dressing
Directions
- Cook the Chicken:
- Oven Method:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Place the chicken strips on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Air Fryer Method:
- Preheat your air fryer to 385°F.
- Arrange the chicken strips in a single layer.
- Cook for 11-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Oven Method:
- Prepare the Sauce:
- While the chicken is cooking, grab a medium sauce pot and combine the hot sauce, brown sugar, BBQ sauce, corn syrup, and water.
- Set over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer until the sugar completely dissolves, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the sauce from the heat.
- Coating the Chicken:
- Dip the cooked chicken strips into the sauce, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated on all sides.
- Serving:
- Serve the chicken tenders hot.
- Offer ranch and blue cheese dressing as optional dips for an added layer of flavor.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 450 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4
These Crispy Sticky Chicken Tenders are not just easy to make but are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The combination of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce with the sweetness of brown sugar creates a glaze that is perfectly sticky, sweet, and packed with just the right amount of heat. Whether you’re serving them up at a family dinner or during a watch party, they’re bound to be a hit!
Enjoy your cooking and the rave reviews that are sure to follow!
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Crispy Sticky Chicken Tenders
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Crispy Sticky Chicken Tenders bring a perfect blend of sweetness and heat to your plate, making them an irresistible treat. The golden-brown crispy exterior coated in a rich, sticky sauce delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a burst of flavors from the unique combination of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce and brown sugar.
This dish is wonderfully versatile and can be served as a main course, a party appetizer, or a fun family dinner option. Accompany them with dips like ranch or blue cheese to enhance the flavors further. Whether you’re hosting a game day or simply looking for a quick and delightful meal, these chicken tenders are sure to impress.
Ingredients
25 oz package frozen Crispy Chicken Strips
⅓ cup Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
1 ½ cups brown sugar
2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1 tablespoon water
Optional dips:
Ranch dressing
Blue cheese dressing
Instructions
OVEN: Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake the chicken strips on an ungreased cookie sheet for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through baking.
AIR FRYER: Preheat air fryer to 385°F. Cook chicken strips in a single layer in the air fryer for 11-12 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
While the chicken strips are cooking, make the sauce. In a medium sauce pot over medium-high heat, combine the hot sauce, brown sugar, BBQ sauce, corn syrup, and water.
Bring sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the sauce from the heat.
Dip the cooked chicken strips in the sauce to completely coat on all sides. Serve hot with dipping sauce if desired!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal