High Protein Sweet ‘n Spicy Chicken Tenders

These High Protein Sweet ‘n Spicy Chicken Tenders are the perfect balance of crunch and heat. Juicy chicken tenders are coated in crushed cornflakes and a bold seasoning mix, then air-fried to crispy perfection. A homemade sweet and spicy glaze featuring sriracha, honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar adds a flavorful punch that makes every bite irresistible. Whether split into two servings or enjoyed as one large portion, this dish delivers an incredible 92g of protein for only 710 calories. Serve it up for dinner or meal prep—it’s a macro-friendly game-changer.

Author: Hunt4Shredz

Category: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 762 kcal per serving

Ingredients

15 ounce - chicken tenders
44 gram - cornflakes
1 teaspoon - garlic powder
1 teaspoon - onion powder
1 teaspoon - paprika
⅛ - Salt
⅛ - Pepper
¼ cup - sriracha sauce
2 tablespoon - honey
1 tablespoon - soy sauce
½ tablespoon - rice vinegar
½ teaspoon - garlic powder
⅛ - Salt and pepper

Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Season chicken tenders with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Coat each tender in crushed cornflakes and press to adhere.
Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and fully cooked.
In a small saucepan over low heat, mix together sriracha, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened.
Brush sauce generously over chicken tenders or serve on the side as a dip.
Serve immediately and enjoy!