Quick Hot Honey Chicken Tenders
85% authentic · American
A simplified version of hot honey chicken using chicken tenders for faster cooking and easier handling, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
- Chicken tenders1.5 lbs
- All-purpose flour1.5 cups
- Eggs2
- Vegetable oil for frying3 cups
- Honey3/4 cup
- Sriracha or other chili sauce1/4 cup
- Butter2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper.
- 2
Set up a dredging station: one plate with flour, one bowl with beaten eggs.
- 3
Dredge each tender in flour, then dip in egg, and dredge again in flour. Shake off excess.
- 4
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry chicken tenders in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- 6
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in honey and sriracha. Cook for 1-2 minutes until combined and warm.
- 7
Place fried tenders in a bowl, pour the hot honey sauce over them, and toss to coat.
- 8
Serve immediately.
