Sweet and Spicy Sticky Chicken Tenders
Indulge in the deliciousness of Sweet and Spicy Sticky Chicken Tenders, a quick and flavorful dish that brings excitement to any meal. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up these crispy chicken strips coated in a mouthwatering sauce that balances sweet and spicy flavors perfectly. Ideal for game day snacks, weekday dinners, or even as an appetizer at your next gathering, these tenders are sure to impress family and friends alike. Pair them with ranch or blue cheese dressing for an irresistible finishing touch that enhances every bite.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 25 oz package frozen Crispy Chicken Strips
- 1/3 cup hot sauce
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (or air fryer to 385°F).
- Cook frozen chicken strips on a baking sheet for 18-20 minutes (or air fry for 11-12 minutes), flipping halfway through.
- In a medium saucepan, combine hot sauce, brown sugar, BBQ sauce, corn syrup, and water. Bring to a boil then simmer until sugar dissolves.
- Coat cooked chicken strips in the prepared sauce.
- Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 tenders (120g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg