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Crispy Baked Hot Honey Chicken Tenders

A tall stack of crispy, golden hot honey chicken tenders generously drizzled with a shiny, sweet and spicy glaze.
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Make juicy chicken tenders with a crunchy coating, baked until golden, and covered in a sweet and spicy homemade hot honey glaze. This recipe is simple for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • Cooking spray or oil for baking
  • For the Hot Honey Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to your heat preference)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 Celsius). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Add the chicken strips, toss to coat, and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Set up a dredging station with three shallow dishes. Place the flour in the first dish. Place the beaten eggs in the second dish. Place the panko breadcrumbs in the third dish.
  4. Working with one tender at a time, dredge the chicken first in the flour, shaking off excess. Dip it into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Finally, press the chicken firmly into the panko breadcrumbs to coat completely.
  5. Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Spray the tops generously with cooking spray or drizzle lightly with oil to help them crisp up.
  6. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crunchy.
  7. While the chicken bakes, prepare the hot honey glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and just begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
  8. Once the tenders are cooked, immediately transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the hot honey glaze over the tenders and toss gently until every piece is coated.
  9. Serve the hot honey chicken tenders right away.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness in the oven, you can bake the tenders on a wire rack placed over the baking sheet.
  • If you prefer air frying, cook the coated tenders at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway, then toss with the glaze.
  • You can substitute panko with crushed cornflakes for a different type of crunch.

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