Description
These chicken tenders are crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and coated in a luscious spicy honey-butter garlic sauce that hits sweet, savory, and spicy notes all at once.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken tenders
- All-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic powder
- Olive oil or vegetable oil (for cooking)
- Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Honey
- Chili powder or crushed red pepper flakes
- Optional: Soy sauce or vinegar for depth
Instructions
- Season the tenders with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then dredge them lightly in flour to create a golden crust.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tenders until golden on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side), cooking until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same pan, then stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add honey, chili powder or red pepper flakes, and optional soy sauce or vinegar. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken tenders to the pan and toss to coat them in the sauce. Let them simmer for a minute to absorb the flavor.
- Garnish with extra chili flakes or fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour for dredging.
- For extra spice, use hot honey or increase the chili flakes.
- If you want lower fat, try air-frying or baking the chicken tenders.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
