Crispy Chicken with Honey Dippin Sauce

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate harmony of crispy, golden perfection and sweet-spicy bliss with this Crispy Chicken with Honey Dippin’ Sauce recipe! Juicy chicken tenders are coated in a flavorful triple-layer breading of seasoned flour, tangy buttermilk, and crunchy panko breadcrumbs, then fried to a beautifully crisp texture. The star of the dish—the luscious honey dipping sauce—balances sweet honey with a zing of Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a bold, irresistible flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game day appetizers, or family gatherings, this quick and satisfying recipe is easy to make in just 35 minutes. Serve these crispy tenders hot with a side of sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear from the plate in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 egg
• 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup honey
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp cider vinegar
• 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the breading station: In the first shallow bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In the second shallow bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg. In the third shallow bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Coat each chicken tender by first dredging in the flour mixture, then dipping into the buttermilk mixture, and finally pressing into the panko breadcrumbs to coat evenly. Place the coated chicken on a plate or baking sheet.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.

Step 4

Carefully add the coated chicken tenders to the hot oil, a few at a time, to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 5

While the chicken is frying, prepare the honey dipping sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, cider vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Serve the crispy chicken tenders hot with the honey dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1606.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6452.4

Total Fat 519.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 271.1g
Cholesterol 449.6mg	0%
Sodium 7456.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 362.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 118.1g
Protein 125.3g	0%

Vitamin D 174.9IU	0%
Calcium 446.7mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1929.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.6%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 21.9%