Healthier High-Protein Hot Honey Chicken Tenders
These healthier high-protein hot honey chicken tenders are the ultimate guilt-free comfort food. Lean chicken tenderloins are coated in a light breading of crushed corn flakes and flour, seasoned simply with garlic and onion powder, then air-fried or oven-baked to crispy perfection. Drizzle with a homemade hot honey sauce for the perfect sweet and spicy kick. These tenders are ideal for meal preppers and clean eaters alike. They’re delicious dipped in high-protein ranch or served with a side of roasted veggies.
Healthier High-Protein Hot Honey Chicken Tenders
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Instructions
- Step 1
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) or oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 2
Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten egg in another, and crushed corn flakes in a third.
- Step 3
Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Step 4
Dredge each chicken tender in flour, dip in egg, then coat with crushed corn flakes.
- Step 5
Place tenders in the air fryer and cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway. For oven, bake on a wire rack over a sheet pan for 20–25 minutes.
- Step 6
Meanwhile, mix hot sauce and honey in a 1:2 ratio to create the hot honey drizzle.
- Step 7
Serve tenders drizzled with hot honey and a side of high-protein ranch if desired.
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