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Hot Honey Rub Chicken Tenders

50 minServes 4Nutri-Score D€€
from @hescooks12 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • chicken tendersMeat500 g
  • garlic powderSpices1 g
  • saltSpices3 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices1 g
  • onion powderSpices1 g
  • paprikaSpices1 g
  • cayenne pepperSpices1 g
  • egg (large)Dairy1 piece
  • all-purpose flourGrains120 g
  • cornstarchPantry30 g
  • baking powderPantry4 g
  • salt (for the coating)Spices3 g
  • garlic powder (for the coating)Spices1 g
  • onion powder (for the coating)Spices1 g
  • paprika (for the coating)Spices1 g
  • cayenne pepper (for the coating)Spices1 g
  • unsalted butterDairy42 g
  • hot saucePantry60 ml
  • honeyPantry112 g
  • cayenne pepper (for the sauce)Spices1 g
  • paprika (for the rub)Spices2 g
  • garlic powder (for the rub)Spices3 g
  • onion powder (for the rub)Spices2 g
  • brown sugar (for the rub)Pantry4 g
  • cayenne pepper (for the rub)Spices1 g
  • frying oil (for deep frying)Pantry1 litre

per serving

Nutrition

462kcal

Carbs
44 g
Proteins
30 g
Fat
19 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Mixing bowl ×3
  • Whisk
  • Deep fryer
  • Saucepan
  • Cooling rack
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Season the chicken

    • In a large bowl, combine the chicken tenders with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper and the egg.
    • Mix until evenly coated and marinate.
    Step 1

  2. Prepare the coating

    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and cayenne pepper until well combined.
    Step 2

  3. Coat the chicken

    • Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres.
    • Shake off any excess.
    Step 3

  4. Fry the tenders

    • Heat the oil to 170–175 °C.
    • Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy.
    • Transfer to a wire rack and let rest briefly.
    Step 4

  5. Make the hot honey sauce

    • Melt the butter over low heat.
    • Add the hot sauce, honey and cayenne pepper, stirring until fully combined.
    • Remove from the heat and keep warm.
    Step 5

  6. Toss in the sauce

    • Place the hot chicken in a large mixing bowl.
    • Drizzle with the warm hot honey sauce and toss quickly to coat.
    Step 6

  7. Finish with the rub

    • Mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar and cayenne pepper for the rub.
    • Sprinkle lightly over the tenders and toss once or twice.
    • Serve immediately.
    Step 7
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