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Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Tenders

Buttermilk-marinated chicken tenders with a Parmesan panko crust, baked until crispy and drizzled with sweet and spicy hot honey.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds chicken tenders
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Three shallow dishes (for breading)
  • Small saucepan
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Marinate the chicken in the buttermilk and salt for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Preheat the oven to 425°F and set a rack on a baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Set up the flour, egg, and panko stations.
  4. Step 4: Dredge each tender in flour, egg, and panko.
  5. Tip: Press the panko on firmly.
  6. Step 5: Spray and bake 18 to 22 minutes, flipping once, until 165°F.
  7. Step 6: Warm the hot honey ingredients and drizzle over the tenders.
  8. Tip: Glaze right before serving.

Notes

Calories are an estimate per serving.
Adjust the hot sauce to taste.