Baked BBQ Chicken Tenders
Baked BBQ Chicken Tenders feature juicy strips coated in a sweet, smoky sauce kissed with Asian-style spices and a hint of caramel for a glossy finish. The flavors balance brown sugar notes with savory depth, delivering tender bites that bake up sticky and satisfying. Ideal for weeknights or a kid-friendly dinner, they pair well with coleslaw, cornbread, or roasted veggies.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat an 8x8-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- 2
In a shallow dish, stir together barbeque sauce, barbeque seasoning, and caramel sauce until well mixed. Set aside 2 tablespoons of the mixture for basting.
- 3
Dip each chicken tender into the barbeque sauce mixture, coating completely. Arrange them in the prepared casserole dish.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. Baste with the reserved sauce and bake for 5 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 498.01 kcal High
- Protein 22.62 g Good Source
- Carbs 21.87 g Moderate
- Total Fat 34.51 g High
- Saturated Fat 2.45 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 46.92 mg Moderate
- Sodium 408.98 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.13 g Low Source
- Sugar 10.59 g High
- Added Sugar 6.26 g Moderate
- Calcium 1.65 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.39 mg Low Source
- Potassium 39.77 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 198.66 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 0.09 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.