Sweet and Spicy Chicken Tenders

Today we’re preparing a batch of Sweet and Spicy Chicken Tenders, which we’ll be oven-baking to crisp perfection. A honey-chili dipping sauce combines with the chicken’s seasoned crust to create the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors. Simple to make and easy to love, this recipe is quick enough to prepare for busy weeknight dinners, but indulgent enough to serve as a weekend treat.

Best of all, this recipe uses no hard-to-find ingredients, and no complicated cooking methods, meaning this recipe is simple enough for home cooks of all skill levels. In addition, the chicken pairs nicely with all your favorite sides such as stir-fried veggies, simple green salads, mashed potatoes, or even spring rolls and noodles. Now, let’s get to it.

Sweet and Spicy Chicken TendersPhoto byLiving the Gourmet

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 lb. chicken breast tenders
• 1 cup milk
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish
• Fresh Italian parsley, for garnish
• Large sheet pan
• Parchment paper
• Vegetable oil for drizzling

For the Flour Mixture:

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 2 tbs. cornstarch
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. coarse ground black pepper
• 1 tsp. Korean red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 2 tbs. brown sugar
• 2 tsp. garlic powder

Chili Pepper Honey Sauce:

• 4 tbs. honey
• 1 tbs. Chili Garlic Sauce

Instructions

For the hot honey sauce:

1. Combine the honey and chili garlic sauce and stir.

For the chicken:

1. Preheat oven 350 degrees F. and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Set up your dredging station: Mix the flour, cornstarch, and seasonings in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl place the milk.
3. Dredge the chicken first in the flour mixture then in the milk and back into the flour mixture.
4. Place on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with oil.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the chicken is slightly golden and the internal temperature is 165 F. and the juices run clear.
6. The cooking time will depend on the size of the chicken tenders. Larger chicken tenders may take longer as smaller tenders may cook faster.
7. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes and garnish with the chopped Italian parsley and basil.
8. Serve with the honey-chili dipping sauce.

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