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Baked BBQ Chicken Tenders

Sticky Baked BBQ Chicken Tenders Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Toss chicken tenders with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then spread in a single layer on the sheet.
  2. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, flipping halfway, until the tenders reach 165°F and edges look lightly golden.
  3. Mix BBQ sauce and honey. Brush the sauce over the hot chicken, then broil on high for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbling and dark in spots, watching closely.
  4. Let the tenders rest 1 minute, then plate and serve with extra sauce or pan drippings.

Notes

If your chicken tenders are especially thick, add 2 to 3 minutes to the bake time and always check the thickest part with a thermometer. A rimmed baking sheet lined with foil makes cleanup much easier, as the sauce tends to caramelize hard on the pan.