Barbecue Chip Chicken Tenders
Tender and juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, these BBQ Potato Chip Chicken Tenders are your new favorite meal! They come together in 30 minutes and offer a fun and delicious twist on the classic chicken dish.
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Looking to upgrade the next time you make an easy chicken dinner? This super flavorful potato chip chicken takes a simple snack and turns it into a crispy exterior that's packed with BBQ goodness!
Why this Recipe Works
For an easy main course on busy weeknights, these BBQ chip chicken tenders are a fantastic choice. They come together in no time and paired great with your favorite dipping sauces!
Instead of plain breadcrumbs, the chips give you an extra-crispy, golden crust that holds up well when baked or fried. It’s comfort food with a little twist. Every bite is packed with flavor and sure to satisfy any crowd.
And if you love easy chicken dishes like this one, my Pepper Jack Chicken Taquitos or these Grilled Soy Garlic Wings are some other amazing recipes to try!
Ingredients Needed
- BBQ Chips: Give your chicken a tangy and slightly sweet flavor and a delicious crispy exterior.
- Chicken Tenders: You can also use chicken breasts if you prefer.
- Mayonnaise: For best results, use real, full-fat mayonnaise for this recipe.
- Dijon Mustard: Adds a flavorful kick.
- BBQ Sauce: Pairs well with the chips and adds that signature smoky flavor.
- Butter: Helps the coating stick together.
How to Make these Potato Chip Chicken Tenders
- Step 1: In a small bowl, combine mayo, mustard, and BBQ sauce.
- Step 2: Pour the sauce over the chicken and toss until coated.
- Step 3: Crush the chips in a plastic bag with a rolling pin until they're in smaller pieces.
- Step 4: Add the chips to a shallow bowl and spread them out evenly.
- Step 5: Coat each piece of chicken with the crushed chips.
- Step 6: Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Recipe Tips
- Use your favorite BBQ sauce for this recipe, as any kind should work fine.
- If your chicken tenders are on the smaller side, reduce the cooking time a little bit.
- Can't find chicken tenders? Buy boneless, skinless chicken breasts and slice them into smaller pieces.
- Any bag of chips works as the coating for this chicken. Plain potato chips are a fine option if you find the BBQ sauce offers enough flavor.
Recipe FAQ's
Use a digital thermometer to check for an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees F to ensure your tenders are fully cooked.
If the temperature of your oven is too low, this may allow some of the sauce to seep into the chips while the chicken cooks. Make sure your oven is properly preheated to the correct temperature before you bake the chicken.
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Barbecue Chip Chicken Tenders
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (13 ounce) party size bag barbecue potato chips I use Lays
- 2 pounds chicken tenders
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoon BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoon butter melted
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- In a small bowl add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard and BBQ sauce and mix until combined.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken tenders and toss until coated.
- Add the BBQ chips into a large ziplock bag and using a rolling pin or glass crush the chips until they become crushed.
- Add the chips to a shallow bowl and drizzle the melted butter and mix until combined.
- Add the chicken tender on at a time and firmly press into the coating.
- Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes see notes
Notes
- Use real mayonnaise for this recipe.
- Any type of BBQ sauce will work; use your favorite.
- Chicken tenders come in all sizes if yours are small, you may have to reduce the cooking time a bit.
- You can also use chicken breasts just make sure they are on the thinner side.
- Air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and the internal temp reaches 165°F.
