Description
Chili honey lime chicken tenders are a mouthwatering fusion of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. With crispy exteriors and juicy interiors, these tenders are perfect for any occasion, from casual dinners to festive gatherings. A drizzle of honey-lime sauce adds the finishing touch to these delectable bites that are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs (for egg wash)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into 1-inch strips and season with salt and pepper.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken strip into the egg wash, then dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry chicken strips in batches until golden brown and cooked through (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Once cooked, remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Drizzle with honey-lime sauce made from mixing honey and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (140g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg