Honey-Crispy Chicken Tenders – Crunchy, Juicy & Sweet Perfection

 Introduction

Get ready to fall in love with the perfect balance of crispy and juicy! These Honey-Crispy Chicken Tenders are coated in a flavorful, crunchy crust and drizzled with warm honey for the ultimate sweet-savory combo. Easy to make and guaranteed to please kids and adults alike, they’re great as a main dish or appetizer—with your favorite dipping sauce on the side.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 1 lb chicken tenders or boneless chicken breasts (cut into strips)

• 1 cup buttermilk

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

For the Breading:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup cornstarch

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp onion powder

For Frying:

• Vegetable oil for deep frying

For the Honey Glaze:

• 1/3 cup honey

• 1 tbsp melted butter

• Optional: pinch of cayenne for heat

‍ Instructions

1. Marinate the chicken

In a large bowl, combine the chicken tenders with buttermilk, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).

2. Prepare the breading mix

In another bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, paprika, black pepper, and onion powder.

3. Heat the oil

Pour oil into a deep skillet or fryer and heat to 350°F (175°C).

4. Coat and fry

Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing to coat evenly. Fry in batches for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

5. Make the glaze

In a small saucepan, heat honey and butter over low heat until melted and combined. Stir in cayenne if using.

6. Serve

Drizzle the honey glaze over the hot, crispy tenders. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce (ranch, honey mustard, or spicy mayo).

Tips

• For extra crunch, double-dip: flour → buttermilk → flour again.

• Don’t overcrowd the pan—fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature.

• Keep warm in a low oven (250°F) if making a large batch.

✅ Conclusion

These Honey-Crispy Chicken Tenders deliver everything you crave in comfort food—juicy meat, golden crunch, and a sweet sticky finish. Whether you’re cooking for family dinner or serving a crowd, they’re sure to be devoured fast!

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