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Garlic Hot Honey Chicken Tenders Recipe for Bold Sweet Savory Meals


  • Author: Amanda
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Crispy Garlic Hot Honey Chicken Tenders coated in panko breadcrumbs and finished with a sweet, spicy hot honey glaze. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners and family meals.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 pounds chicken tenders
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup hot honey
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Olive oil for frying

Instructions

1. Mix garlic and hot honey in a bowl.

2. Coat chicken tenders and marinate for 30 minutes.

3. Prepare flour, egg, and breadcrumb stations.

4. Dredge chicken in flour, egg, then panko.

5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

6. Fry tenders 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.

7. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

8. Drain on paper towels.

9. Drizzle with extra hot honey and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Marinate longer for deeper flavor.
  • Use an air fryer for a lighter version.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: Garlic Hot Honey Chicken Tenders