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Hot Honey Chicken Tenders

40 minServes 4Nutri-Score D€€
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Ingredients

4 people
  • chicken tenders (trimmed)Meat600 g
  • all-purpose flourPantry120 g
  • cornstarchPantry40 g
  • paprikaSpices5 g
  • garlic powderSpices4 g
  • onion powderSpices3 g
  • cayenne pepperSpices2 g
  • saltSpices6 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices2 g
  • eggs (beaten)Dairy2 pieces
  • buttermilkDairy120 ml
  • honeyPantry80 ml
  • hot saucePantry30 ml
  • chili flakesSpices3 g
  • vegetable oil (for frying)Pantry500 ml

per serving

Nutrition

463kcal

Carbs
33 g
Proteins
33 g
Fat
23 g
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Tools

  • Mixing bowl ×3
  • Frying pan
  • Tongs
  • Cooling rack
  • Saucepan

step by step

Method

  1. Make the hot honey

    • Warm the honey in a small saucepan over low heat.
    • Stir in the hot sauce and chili flakes, then set aside.
    Step 1
  2. Prepare the breading

    • Mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt and pepper in a bowl.
    • Whisk the eggs with the buttermilk in a second bowl.
    Step 2
  3. Coat the chicken

    • Dip each chicken tender in the egg mixture.
    • Dredge it in the seasoned flour until fully coated.
    Step 3
  4. Fry the tenders

    • Heat the oil in a pan until shimmering.
    • Fry the tenders in batches until golden and cooked through, turning once.
    • Drain on a cooling rack.
    Step 4
  5. Glaze and serve

    • Drizzle the warm hot honey over the fried tenders.
    • Toss gently to coat and serve immediately.
    Step 5