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Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders: Fiery Flavor Explosion

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Deliciously spicy and sweet honey garlic chicken tenders, perfect for a quick meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Before we dive into the cooking process, let’s gather all the ingredients you’ll need:

  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
  • Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, sriracha, ginger, salt, and pepper in a bowl; marinate chicken tenders for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Cook marinated chicken tenders for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Add remaining marinade to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
  5. Serve on a platter and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust sriracha based on spice preference.
  • Marinating longer enhances flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg