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Hot Honey Chicken Tenders

Indulge in the deliciousness of hot honey chicken tenders, where crispy, golden-breaded chicken meets a sweet and spicy honey drizzle. Perfect for game nights or family dinners, these crowd-pleasers offer a delightful balance of crunch and flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or main dish, this recipe is a must-try for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for sauce)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (for sauce)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut chicken breasts into strips about one inch wide; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Set up a breading station: whisk eggs in one bowl, mix flour with salt and pepper in another, and place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
  4. Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip into eggs, then coat with panko. Arrange on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; stir in garlic powder and hot honey until combined.
  7. Drizzle sauce over baked tenders before serving.
  • Author: Selena
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders (about 120g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: - Marinate the chicken in hot honey for extra flavor before breading. - Experiment with spices like smoked paprika for added kick. - Tofu can be used as a vegetarian alternative.