BBQ Chicken Tenders
The ultimate comfort food, these BBQ Chicken Tenders are crispy, juicy, and perfect for any occasion. With a delicious glaze of BBQ sauce, they make for an easy weeknight dinner that everyone will love. Try them tonight!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons favorite BBQ sauce
- to taste olive oil spray
- 12 pieces chicken tenderloins
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 large egg white
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs or gluten-free crumbs
- 1/2 cup seasoned panko plain or gluten-free
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- to taste olive oil spray
Instructions
- Combine BBQ sauce in a small bowl with 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of water, to thin down.
- Season chicken with kosher salt, garlic powder, and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Combine egg and egg white in a medium bowl.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the seasoned breadcrumbs, panko, and cayenne pepper.
- Dip chicken in the egg wash, then into the breadcrumb mixture and shake off excess. Place on a large dish or cutting board.
- Spray both sides of the chicken generously with olive oil spray.
- In batches, cook the chicken at 400°F for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, turning halfway until cooked through and crispy.
- Brush or drizzle the chicken with BBQ sauce until fully coated. Serve right away.
Notes
- Chicken: If you can’t find chicken tenders, buy a package of breasts and cut them into strips.
- BBQ Sauce: Make homemade BBQ sauce instead of buying it.
- Spiciness: If you prefer chicken fingers with less of a kick, omit the cayenne.
- Breadcrumbs: If you don’t have seasoned breadcrumbs or panko, add spices like garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and paprika.
- No air fryer? Bake these chicken fingers in the oven at 400°F for 18 to 20 minutes.