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Ingredients
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- 2 cups crushed Flamin' Hot Cheetos
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 pounds chicken tenders
Instructions
- Crush the Flamin' Hot Cheetos in a shallow dish.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and set a wire rack on a baking sheet.
- Whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, salt, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
- Coat the chicken tenders in the egg mixture, then cover with crushed Cheetos.
- Arrange the coated chicken on the wire rack and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, ensuring the thickest piece reads 165°F.
- Alternatively, air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes.
Notes
Ensure chicken tenders are of similar thickness for even cooking.
Press the Cheetos firmly onto the strips for extra crunch.
Adjust cayenne pepper to suit your preferred spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 70