Crispiest Hot Honey Garlic Fried Chicken Tenders

Ingredients

• chicken breasts (cut into tenders)
• all purpose flour (for dredging)
• panko breadcrumbs (for breading)
• salt (to taste)
• black pepper (to taste)
• paprika
• onion powder
• garlic powder
• 2 eggs
• buttermilk (for egg wash)
• vegetable oil (for frying)
• unsalted butter (for sauce)
• garlic (minced)
• honey
• hot sauce
• parsley (fresh, chopped for garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the chicken by cutting the chicken breasts into tender-sized strips.

2. 2

   Set up a breading station: in one bowl, combine all-purpose flour, panko breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder.

3. 3

   In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk to create an egg wash.

4. 4

   Dredge each chicken tender into the flour and spice mixture, then dip into the egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly in the flour and panko mixture again for a double coating.

5. 5

   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches frying temperature.

6. 6

   Fry the chicken tenders in batches until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides and cooked through.

7. 7

   While the chicken fries, prepare the sauce by melting unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

8. 8

   Add minced garlic to the butter and sauté until fragrant.

9. 9

   Stir in the honey and hot sauce, simmering briefly until the sauce is well combined and slightly thickened.

10. 10

    Toss the fried chicken tenders in the hot honey garlic sauce until evenly coated.

11. 11

    Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

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Nutrition per serving

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