Hot Honey Chicken Tenders
The Sweet and Spicy Hot Honey Chicken Tenders Recipe is perfect for a fast family meal, taking only 30 minutes to prepare with just a few pantry staples. These succulent chicken strips, coated in a delicious homemade hot honey sauce, offer an amazing flavor that pairs wonderfully with garlic butter rice or dinner rolls.
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Servings: 3 Persons
Calories: 267kcal
Ingredients
To Sauté Chicken
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 350 g Chicken tenders
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
For Honey Sauce
- 2 tablespoon Butter
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes
- 2 tablespoon Honey
For Garnish
- 1 teaspoon Roasted Sesame for garnish
- Scallions Ribbons for garnish
Instructions
Prepare Chicken Strips
- Let's start this recipe by slicing the chicken breast down the center, and then cutting it in half to create long chicken strips.
- There's no need to pound the chicken for this recipe. You can choose to make either thick or thin strips based on your preference.
- Alternatively, you can opt for pre-made chicken tenders available at the grocery store.
Sautéing Chicken Tenders
- Heat a pan and add olive oil, then sauté the chicken over high heat until it changes color.
- Season the chicken with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Mix thoroughly and continue frying until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Take it out from the pan and keep it on the side.
Preparing the Hot Honey Sauce
- In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Sauté for a few seconds.
- Pour in honey and stir quickly to create a thick sauce, ensuring you cook it at medium heat to prevent burning. Adjust the sauce's consistency with water or chicken stock as needed.
- Pour honey and stir it quickly to make a thick sauce. Make sure to cook the sauce at medium temperature to avoid burning taste. Manage the sauce consistency with water/chicken stock.
Combining Sautéed Tenders with Sauce
- Once the sauce thickens, add the sautéed chicken tenders and mix well. Cover the pan on low heat for 20 to 25 minutes to ensure the chicken becomes soft and tender.
- After 20 minutes, give it another mix, transfer it to a serving platter, and garnish with roasted sesame seeds. Enhance the dish's appeal with a sprinkle of scallions for a fresh touch.
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Notes
- To achieve chicken tenders that are juicy and moist, always cook them over high heat to lock in the juices.
- This technique keeps the flavor intact, making every bite more enjoyable.
- For even more moisture, try to brine the tenders for about 10 minutes before cooking. Make sure to slice the chicken tenders to a half-inch thickness for the best results.
- Be careful not to overcook them, as this can result in a rubbery texture.
- When making hot honey sauce, keep the temperature low to avoid a burnt or bitter flavor.
- You can swap out garlic powder for fresh garlic to enhance the taste.
- Adding roasted sesame seeds will give the chicken a lovely nutty flavor.
- Feel free to tweak the recipe to match your spice level;
- I used red chili flakes for a nice kick.
Nutrition
Serving: 4Pieces | Calories: 267kcal
