Flaming Hoop-Dunk Hot Cheetos
This fiery recipe combines the crunch of hot Cheetos with savory chicken tenders for a slam-dunk snack bursting with flavor. Perfect for basketball players looking for a spicy boost during game breaks or post-practice refueling.
ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup crushed hot Cheetos
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2.
In a shallow bowl, combine crushed hot Cheetos, flour, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
- 4.
Dip each chicken tender into the beaten eggs, then coat with the hot Cheetos mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs stick.
- 5.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6.
Carefully place coated chicken tenders into the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- 7.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for an additional 5-7 minutes to ensure the chicken is fully cooked and crispy.
- 9.
Serve hot and enjoy the spicy, crunchy goodness!