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5 Secret Steps for Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders

Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders
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Make these Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders for a sweet and savory treat. We aim for sticky coating and perfectly crisp edges. This recipe brings back memories of street food flavors we collected during our travels.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into tenders
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko recommended for crispness)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Optional: sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a second dish, place the beaten eggs. In a third dish, place the breadcrumbs.
  2. Dredge each chicken tender first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip it into the egg. Finally, press it firmly into the breadcrumbs, coating completely.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the tenders in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-6 minutes per side. Place cooked tenders on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil.
  4. Prepare the sauce: In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Toss the cooked chicken tenders in the warm honey garlic sauce until they are fully coated and sticky.
  6. Serve immediately. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired. Enjoy this taste of our memories!

Notes

  • For extra crispness, you can bake the breaded tenders at 400F (200C) for 15-20 minutes instead of frying.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, reduce the sauce slightly longer until it coats the back of a spoon.
  • We used Panko breadcrumbs because Richard remembers the crunch from a favorite stop in Tokyo.

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