Description
These baked BBQ chicken tenders deliver bold flavor with a crispy coating and juicy interior. They bake instead of fry, making them a healthier, mess-free option. The smoky-sweet BBQ sauce creates a satisfying meal perfect for weeknights, snacks, or gatherings.
Ingredients
1 pound chicken tenders
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper
2. Pound the chicken tenders to even thickness if needed
3. Place flour in one bowl, beat eggs in another bowl, and mix breadcrumbs with spices in a third bowl
4. Dip each chicken tender into flour, then egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture
5. Arrange the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet
6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked
7. Brush with BBQ sauce halfway through baking for extra flavor
8. Remove from oven, rest briefly, and serve with additional BBQ sauce
Notes
Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness
Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe cooking
Broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end for extra crunch
Freeze breaded tenders before baking for future meals
Swap BBQ sauce with buffalo or honey mustard for variation
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg