Delicious Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Tenders Recipe
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For the Chicken Tenders:
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika for more flavor
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust based on heat preference
- Oil for frying vegetable or canola
For the Hot Honey Sauce:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce adjust based on heat preference
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes optional for extra heat
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a large bowl, mix the buttermilk with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Add the chicken tenders to the marinade, making sure they are fully submerged.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for more flavor development.
Prepare the Coating:
- In another bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Fry the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a large frying pan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove chicken tenders from the buttermilk, shake off excess, and dredge in the flour mixture until well coated.
- Fry the chicken in batches to avoid crowding, cooking each piece for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Drain on paper towels.
Make the Hot Honey Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, and chili flakes (if using).
- Heat over low heat, stirring until fully combined and slightly reduced.
Finish the Chicken:
- Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the fried chicken tenders or serve it on the side for dipping.
Serve:
- Serve the chicken tenders hot, garnished with additional chili flakes or freshly chopped parsley if desired.