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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
Baked BBQ Chicken Tenders
  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat an 8x8-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.

  2. 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. 3

    Dip each chicken tender into the barbeque sauce mixture, coating completely. Arrange them in the prepared casserole dish.

  4. 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).