Crispy & Juicy Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Eat Well Daily • Simple Dishes
Ready in: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken Tenders:
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500g (about 1 lb) chicken tenders or sliced chicken breast
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1/2 cup flour
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2 eggs, beaten
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1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Honey Butter Garlic Sauce:
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 cup honey
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1 tbsp soy sauce (optional for balance)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Breading Station
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In three shallow bowls, place flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and a mix of Panko, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in the third.
2. Coat the Chicken
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Dredge chicken tenders in flour, dip in egg, then press into the Panko mixture to coat thoroughly.
3. Fry the Chicken
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Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Fry the tenders 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
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Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
4. Make the Honey Butter Garlic Sauce
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In a small saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
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Add honey and soy sauce, stir until smooth and bubbling slightly.
5. Toss and Serve
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Toss crispy tenders in the warm sauce or drizzle over the top.
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Serve hot with rice, veggies, or fries!
