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Barbecue Chip-Crusted Chicken Tenders Recipe

American · Main course · 30 min total

Crunchy, smoky, and sweet, these chicken tenders are coated in crushed barbecue potato chips for an irresistible crunch. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or game-day snack.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) chicken tenders
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 cups crushed barbecue potato chips (about 5 oz)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Cooking spray or oil for baking

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top. Spray the rack with cooking spray.
2. Set up a breading station: In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, place beaten eggs. In a third bowl, combine crushed chips.
3. Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Dredge each tender first in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg, letting excess drip off, and finally press into the crushed chips, coating evenly.
4. Place coated tenders on the prepared wire rack. Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C). Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips

• For extra crunch, use kettle-cooked chips and crush them coarsely.
• Serve with ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce for dipping.
• Leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer or oven to restore crispiness.

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