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Firecracker Chicken Tenders on a white plate with parsley garnish

Firecracker Chicken Tenders | Sweet and Spicy Chicken Tender Recipe

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These Fried Firecracker Chicken Tenders are sure to be a family favorite with their bold flavors, tender chicken, and a spicy sauce that’s as explosive as a firecracker on the Fourth of July.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 Tenders
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian, Fusion
Calories: 146

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts
  • 2 cups All Purpose Flour
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 cup Franks Red Hot
  • 1/3 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 2 Eggs

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chicken. In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs. In another bowl, mix the flour with garlic powder, a pinch of salt and pepper. Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then coat it in the flour mixture, ensuring it's well coated. Repeat the steps so the chicken is double breaded.
  2. Fry the Chicken. Heat about an inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken tenders and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165F. Transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  3. Make the Firecracker Sauce. In a separate bowl, combine hot sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Adjust the hot sauce and brown sugar to reach your desired level of spiciness and sweetness.
  4. Toss in the Sauce. In a clean skillet, heat the firecracker sauce over low heat until it begins to simmer. Add the fried chicken tenders and toss them in the sauce until they are evenly coated.
  5. Serve and Enjoy. Plate your fiery chicken tenders and garnish with some chopped green onions or parsley for a pop of color.

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 10gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 1050mgPotassium: 182mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 62IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg

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