Hot Honey Tenders (Printable Recipe)

Crispy, juicy tenders with a spicy-sweet honey coating that packs a punch and finishes with a crunchy bite.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Chicken Tenders

01 - 680 g chicken breast, no bones or skin

→ Breading Station

02 - Black pepper, add how you like
03 - Salt, shake some in
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 60 g cornstarch
07 - 125 g regular flour

→ Dredge

08 - 2 big eggs

→ For Frying

09 - Canola or vegetable oil for the pan

→ Finishing

10 - 120 ml spicy honey

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Move the crispy chicken to paper towels. Pour on plenty of warm honey and dig in.
02 - Fill your skillet with about 1.25 cm of oil and heat it on medium. Cook each piece about 4–5 minutes per side. You want them golden and cooked through, hitting 74°C inside.
03 - Get your chicken pieces dipped in whisked eggs first, then roll them really well in the flour and spice mix so they're totally covered.
04 - Crack the eggs and mix them in one bowl. In another bowl, toss the flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together.
05 - Dry the chicken with a paper towel. Cut it into strips, about 2.5 cm wide.

# Extra Tips:

01 - If you like more kick, go for super hot honey or throw in chili flakes.
02 - Keep the oil at a steady temp so the outside turns out crisp and even.