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Crispy Baked Hot Honey Chicken Tenders

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
Enjoy crispy, flavorful chicken tenders coated in a spicy honey sauce, baked to perfection for a healthier twist.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 pounds boneless chicken tenders
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and black pepper salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons flour (plus 1/2 cup gluten-free flour)
  • 1/2 cup flour (gluten-free flour)
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
  • 1 egg beaten egg
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • olive oil or melted butter olive oil or melted butter
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2-3 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1-3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

For serving

  • green onions (cilantro, or parsley) green onions (cilantro, or parsley) (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or oil.
  • Toss chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, 2 tbsp flour, and parmesan. Add beaten egg and hot sauce, coat well.
  • Add 1/2 cup flour, paprika, and turmeric; toss to coat all pieces.
  • Arrange chicken on baking sheet, drizzle with oil or butter. Bake 15-20 minutes until crispy.
  • Make sauce by warming honey, hot sauce, cayenne, chili powder, garlic, and onion powders. Drizzle over chicken or serve on side.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil for 2 minutes at the end.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked, Chicken, hot honey