Hot Honey Chicken Tenders
Hot honey chicken tenders combine a crispy cornflake crust with a sweet and savory hot honey glaze for a restaurant-quality dish that's quick and simple to make at home.
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Hot honey chicken tenders combine a crispy cornflake crust with a sweet and savory hot honey glaze for a restaurant-quality dish that's quick and simple to make at home.
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In a large bowl, combine chicken tenders with salt, all-purpose flour, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix with your hands until the chicken is evenly coated.
To make the sauce, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the honey, fresh thyme sprigs, and a pinch of salt. Let it simmer gently while you prepare the chicken.
Prepare the breading station. Pour cornflakes into a bowl and crush them with your hands into small pieces. In a separate shallow bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them.
Dip each seasoned chicken tender first into the egg wash, then press it firmly into the crushed cornflakes to coat completely.
Arrange the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to work in batches or use a rack for a second layer.
Lightly spray the tenders with olive oil spray.
Cook in the air fryer at 200°C (400°F) for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
While the chicken cooks, finish the sauce. Remove the thyme sprigs and squeeze in the juice from half a lemon. Stir to combine.
Once cooked, transfer the crispy chicken tenders to a large bowl.
Pour the warm hot honey sauce over the tenders and toss until they are evenly glazed.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Store cooled tenders in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F for 8–10 minutes. Do not reheat with glaze; apply fresh glaze after reheating.
Yes, panko will give a crunchier texture, but cornflakes provide a distinctive sweetness and lighter crunch that pairs well with the hot honey.
Warm butter and honey together in a small pan, then add heat (cayenne, chili flakes, or hot sauce) to taste. Toss the cooked tenders in the glaze just before serving.
Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety. The cornflake coating will be golden brown when fully cooked.
Cook and cool the tenders, then refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes before glazing to maintain crispness.
Use gluten-free all-purpose flour and verify your cornflakes are certified gluten-free, as many brands contain hidden gluten or cross-contamination.
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