Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Photo of featured for Spicy Hot Honey Bacon Chicken Tenders: Irresistibly Crispy and Flavorful

Spicy Hot Honey Bacon Chicken Tenders: Irresistibly Crispy and Flavorful

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Deliciously crispy chicken tenders with a sweet and spicy hot honey bacon glaze.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

To make your own Hot Honey Bacon Chicken Tenders, gather these ingredients:

  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 slices of cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1/2 cup hot honey
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Dredge the marinated chicken in the flour mixture and shake off excess.
  4. Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  5. Top hot chicken with chopped bacon and drizzle with hot honey.

Notes

  • For extra tenderness, marinate the chicken longer if possible.
  • Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper for desired spice level.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg