Vinegar

Grilled Barbecue Chicken Tenders

MAKES 6 TO 8 SERVINGS

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This tangy homemade sauce takes your average grilled tenders from good to great.

1 cup water
1¼ cups apple cider vinegar, divided
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
2 pounds chicken tenders
⅓ cup ketchup
3 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon hot sauce

In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup water, ¼ cup vinegar, ¼ teaspoon red pepper, ½ teaspoon salt,