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Honey BBQ Chicken Tenders (Baked)

45 minServes 4Nutri-Score D€€
from @alexcookjoy4 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • chicken tenders (or sliced chicken breast)Meat450 g
  • all-purpose flour (plus a bit more for the second coating)Grains125 g
  • cornstarchPantry16 g
  • baking powderPantry2 g
  • saltSpices6 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices1 g
  • paprikaSpices1 g
  • garlic powderSpices1 g
  • onion powderSpices1 g
  • cayenne pepper (optional, or chili powder)Spices500 mg
  • sparkling water (or club soda or light beer)Beverages120 ml
  • cooking spray (or a bit of oil)Pantry10 ml
  • BBQ saucePantry120 ml
  • ketchupPantry120 ml
  • Worcestershire saucePantry10 ml
  • brown sugarPantry22 g
  • butter (small cubes)Dairy15 g
  • honeyPantry42 g
  • hot sauce (optional)Pantry5 ml
  • mayonnaisePantry110 g
  • sour cream (or Greek yogurt)Dairy120 g
  • lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)Produce5 ml
  • dried dillSpices1 g
  • parsley (finely chopped, optional, or chives)Produce5 g

per serving

Nutrition

494kcal

Carbs
44 g
Proteins
26 g
Fat
24 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Mixing bowl ×3
  • Baking tray
  • Cooling rack
  • Saucepan
  • Oven

step by step

Method

  1. Coat the chicken in the seasoned flour

    • Mix the flour with the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and cayenne.
    • Toss the chicken in the mixture until every piece is evenly coated.
    • Remove the chicken and set aside.
    Step 1

  2. Build the second dry coating

    • Add more flour, the cornstarch, the baking powder and the same spices to the remaining flour.
    • Mix well.
    Step 2

  3. Make the wet batter

    • Separate about one-third of the dry mix into a smaller bowl.
    • Add the sparkling water and stir until smooth.
    Step 3

  4. Double-dip the tenders

    • Dip each piece of chicken into the wet batter, then back into the dry mix.
    • Repeat once or twice, depending on how thick and crunchy you want the coating.
    Step 4

  5. Prepare the baking tray

    • Line a baking tray with parchment paper or place a wire rack on top.
    • Spray it with oil.
    • Arrange the tenders with space between each piece and lightly spray the tops with oil.
    Step 5

  6. Bake the tenders

    • Bake at 210 °C on convection mode (fan + top and bottom heat).
    • Flip the tenders, spray a little more oil and bake until golden and crispy.
    • Let them rest for a few minutes so the coating firms up.
    Step 6

  7. Make the honey BBQ sauce

    • In a saucepan, combine the BBQ sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, butter, honey and hot sauce.
    • Warm over low heat until smooth and glossy.
    Step 7

  8. Make the ranch dip

    • Whisk the mayo, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder and dried dill.
    • Season with salt and black pepper and stir in the parsley.
    Step 8

  9. Sauce and serve

    • Toss the tenders in the sauce or brush them evenly.
    • Serve with the ranch dip.
    Step 9
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