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