Sweet and Spicy Sticky Chicken Tenders
Looking for a quick and delicious meal? Sweet and Spicy Sticky Chicken Tenders are perfect for busy weeknights or lively family gatherings. This recipe brings together tender chicken strips coated in a tantalizing sauce that balances sweetness and heat, creating an irresistible flavor experience. In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a satisfying dish that delights both kids and adults alike. Serve them as an appetizer at your next game night or over rice for a hearty main course. The sticky goodness of the sauce will keep everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 25 oz package frozen crispy chicken strips
- 1/3 cup hot sauce (like Frank's Red Hot)
- 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. Bake the frozen chicken strips for about 18-20 minutes (flipping halfway) or air fry for about 11-12 minutes until golden and crispy.
- In a medium saucepan, combine hot sauce, brown sugar, BBQ sauce, corn syrup, and water over medium-high heat. Stir until mixed and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
- Coat each chicken strip in the sticky sauce until fully covered.
- Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg