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@poggiolieats shares a recipe for crispy, juicy chicken tenders tossed in a sweet and spicy honey chipotle sauce. These tenders are first marinated, then dredged and fried to golden perfection before being coated in the homemade sauce.
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In a bowl, season the chicken tenders with half of the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour buttermilk over the chicken and mix to combine. Let it marinate.
In a separate shallow dish, create the dredge by whisking together the all-purpose flour with the remaining half of the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
To make the sauce, combine the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and honey in a saucepan over medium heat. Add a pinch of garlic powder and onion powder for extra flavor.
Whisk the sauce ingredients together and bring to a simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
Take each marinated chicken tender, let any excess buttermilk drip off, and coat it thoroughly in the flour dredge.
Carefully place the dredged tenders into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the cooked tenders from the oil and place them in a large bowl.
Pour the warm honey chipotle sauce over the fried tenders and toss gently to coat them completely.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with ranch dressing for dipping.
