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Sriracha Honey Chicken Tenders

These Sriracha Honey Chicken Tenders are irresistibly crispy and sweet-spicy! Perfect for dinner or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Spicy, Sweet
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Chicken Tenders:

  • 1 pound chicken fillets Boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup panko crumbs For crispy coating
  • 1/4 cup milk To keep chicken moist
  • 1 large egg Binding agent for coating
  • 1/4 cup Sriracha Adds spicy kick
  • 1/2 cup honey Provides sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Enhances umami flavor
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar Adds acidity
  • Juice of 1 lime Brightens flavor

For the Dipping Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup sour cream Base for dipping sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mayo Adds richness
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Depth of flavor
  • Zest of 1 lime Extra zing
  • Salt & pepper To taste

Instructions

Instructions:

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for even cooking.
  • Step 2: Cut the chicken fillets into strips for quick cooking.
  • Step 3: Whisk together the milk and egg. Coat chicken strips in egg mixture, then in panko crumbs.
  • Step 4: Arrange coated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Step 5: Mix Sriracha, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and lime juice in a bowl for the sauce.
  • Step 6: Combine sour cream, mayo, Worcestershire sauce, lime zest, and seasoning for the dipping sauce.
  • Step 7: Drizzle Sriracha honey sauce over the cooked chicken and serve with the dipping sauce.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Notes

  • For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs instead of panko.
  • Add chopped herbs to the dipping sauce for extra flavor.
  • Double dip chicken in egg and panko for extra crunch.