Hot Honey Chicken Tenders
Tender Hot Honey Chicken Tenders are crispy chicken strips coated in a sweet and spicy honey glaze. The combination of the crispy coating and the hot honey sauce makes for a memorable dish. It’s easy to make at home with simple ingredients, making it perfect for game day, a cozy night in, or an outdoor picnic.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 4 large eggs for dredging
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 inch depth of oil or shortening for frying
- 2 1/2 cups honey
- 5 tablespoons hot sauce
- 2 1/2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in Greek yogurt or buttermilk with paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
- Prepare the crispy coating by combining flour, cornstarch, and salt.
- Heat oil for frying and fry the chicken tenders for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and mix with honey, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, and salt to create the hot honey sauce.
- Coat the fried chicken tenders with the hot honey sauce and serve.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes or overnight for better flavor.
- The hot honey sauce can be adjusted to your preferred spice level.
- Serve with sides like coleslaw, fries, or a healthy salad.
- For a healthier option, try air frying the chicken tenders instead of frying them in oil.