Hot Honey Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Tenders
Hot Honey Sauce
Method
Prepare Chicken Tenders
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Whisk together until well blended. Add the chicken tenders to the marinade, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
- 2
Prepare Breading Station
In a separate shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Set aside. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken tenders from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each tender in the flour-cornstarch mixture, ensuring an even coating. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken tenders in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Prepare Hot Honey Sauce
- 6
Mix Ingredients
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Stir until well mixed and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Combine
Once the sauce is warmed and well-mixed, drizzle it over the fried chicken tenders, ensuring an even coating.
Serve
- 8
Plate the Dish
Transfer the hot honey tenders to a serving platter. Optionally, garnish with additional red pepper flakes for extra heat and serve immediately.
