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Spicy Baked Buffalo Chicken Tenders You Can't Resist!

Deliciously spicy baked buffalo chicken tenders that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably panko for extra crunch
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken tenders to the bowl and ensure they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
  3. In a separate bowl, place the breadcrumbs. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each tender in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Arrange the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.
  6. In the last 5 minutes of baking, brush the chicken tenders with buffalo sauce for added flavor.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.
  • If you prefer a milder version, substitute the buffalo sauce with a honey mustard sauce.

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