Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders coated in a crispy cornstarch crust and glazed with a sticky, flavorful honey butter garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual meal that pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
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Chicken Tenders
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Honey Butter Garlic Sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional for tang)
Instructions
- Season and Coat Chicken: Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. In a bowl, season them evenly with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Lightly toss the tenders in cornstarch until each piece is well-coated to achieve a crispy exterior.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken tenders in a single layer and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Prepare Honey Butter Garlic Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar (if using). Let the sauce bubble and thicken slightly for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Coat Chicken in Sauce: Return the cooked chicken tenders to the skillet. Toss them in the honey butter garlic sauce to ensure each piece is evenly coated. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to become sticky and glaze the chicken.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately. This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a balanced meal.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the honey butter garlic sauce while cooking.
- Make sure the garlic does not burn while sautéing, as it can turn bitter.
- Optional apple cider vinegar adds a slight tang and balances the sweetness of the honey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
