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There’s something about a snack board that makes everyone gather around the table. This BBQ Chicken Tender Board combines crispy seasoned chicken tenders, smoky sausage coins, crunchy ranch chips, and a fresh spicy corn slaw for the perfect mix of flavors and textures. Add juicy watermelon, sweet peaches, sharp cheddar, and plenty of dipping sauces, and you’ve got a no-fuss meal that feels fun enough for a backyard cookout but easy enough for a weeknight dinner.

The best part? Almost everything comes together with simple ingredients and minimal prep. Whether you’re feeding hungry kids, hosting friends for a get-together, or looking for a creative dinner idea, this board delivers big BBQ flavor without firing up the smoker all day.

    Friday Night Grazing Board

    BBQ Chicken Tenders

    • 1 bag frozen crispy chicken tenders

    • 1 tablespoon melted butter

    • 1–2 teaspoons BBQ seasoning (Kinder’s, Honey Hog, Traeger, etc.)

    Cook tenders according to package directions. While warm, toss with melted butter and BBQ seasoning.


    Smoked Sausage Coins

    • 1 package smoked sausage, sliced into coins

    Grill, air fry, or sear until lightly browned.


    Ranch Kettle Chips

    • 1 bag kettle chips

    • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning

    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

    • Pinch dried dill (optional)

    Toss together in a large bowl.


    Spicy Corn Slaw

    • 1 bag coleslaw mix

    • 2 cups corn

    • ½ red bell pepper, diced

    • ¼ cup jalapeño, finely diced

    • ½ cup cilantro, chopped

    • 3 green onions, sliced

    Dressing

    • ½ cup mayonnaise

    • Juice of 2 limes

    • 1 tablespoon honey

    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Mix and serve in a bowl on the board.


    Fresh Additions

    • Watermelon sticks

    • Yellow peach slices

    • Dill pickle spears

    • White cheddar cubes


    Dipping Sauces

    • Ranch

    • Honey mustard

    • BBQ sauce


    Assembly

    1. Place the corn slaw in a bowl near the center.
    2. Arrange BBQ chicken tenders and sausage coins on opposite sides.
    3. Add bowls of ranch, honey mustard, and BBQ sauce.
    4. Fill in with watermelon, peaches, pickles, and cheddar cubes.
    5. Finish with the ranch kettle chips.

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