Low Sodium Buffalo Chicken Tenders
Craving the bold, tangy kick of buffalo chicken but watching your sodium intake? These Low Sodium Buffalo Chicken Tenders are the ultimate guilt-free indulgence! Juicy chicken tenders are marinated in a zesty blend of low sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and sodium-free hot sauce, then coated in a fragrant spice mix featuring garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder. A quick sear in olive oil gives them a crispy golden crust before baking to perfection in the oven. The result? Mouthwatering tenders loaded with flavor, minus the excess salt. Serve them up with creamy Greek yogurt for dipping and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for that extra touch. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a satisfying main course, this easy, 35-minute recipe will be your new go-to for healthy comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Hot sauce (with no added sodium)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Plain greek yogurt (optional for dipping)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the low sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and hot sauce to create the marinade.
Arrange the chicken tenders in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, making sure they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for better flavor infusion.
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
Remove the chicken tenders from the marinade, allowing the excess to drip off, and transfer to another bowl.
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken tenders and toss to evenly coat.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Dredge each chicken tender in cornstarch, shaking off the excess, and carefully place them in the skillet.
Sear the chicken tenders on each side for about 2-3 minutes, until they develop a golden crust.
Transfer the seared chicken tenders to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Optional: Serve the chicken tenders with a side of plain greek yogurt for dipping and garnish with chopped parsley.
Enjoy your low sodium buffalo chicken tenders while hot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.3 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 233 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3329 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.0 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 107.8 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1907 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
