Description
Hot Honey Chicken Tenders are a delightful fusion of crispy, golden-brown chicken and a sweet, spicy honey glaze that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion, from game nights to cozy dinners at home. With a crunchy coating and a kick of heat, these tenders are sure to become your new favorite indulgence. Serve them with your choice of dipping sauce for an unforgettable flavor experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Canola or vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Dry the chicken breasts with paper towels and slice into strips about an inch wide.
- Set up a dredging station: whisk eggs in one bowl; mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in another.
- Dip each chicken strip into the egg wash, then coat thoroughly with the flour mixture.
- Heat enough oil in a skillet over medium heat to cover the bottom about half an inch deep.
- Fry chicken strips for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Drain on paper towels and drizzle generously with hot honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders (170g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg