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Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken Tenders

Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken Tenders You'll Crave Again and Again

This recipe for Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken Tenders offers unbeatable crunch and a flavor explosion, making it a crowd-pleaser for all ages.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Tenders
  • 1 lb Chicken Tenderloins or boneless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 large Large Eggs
  • 2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs
For Frying
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil canola or sunflower
For the Honey Sesame Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1/3 cup Honey
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar or apple cider/white wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch mix with cold water to prevent lumps
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds combine black and white seeds for visual appeal
  • 1 tbsp Parsley fresh or dried
  • Black Pepper/Red Pepper Flakes optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • medium saucepan
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Deep-Fry Thermometer
  • Wire Rack
  • Shallow Dishes
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare your breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and Panko breadcrumbs in three separate shallow dishes.
  2. Coat each chicken tender in flour, then eggs, and finally Panko breadcrumbs, ensuring a good coating.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350-375°F (175-190°C).
  4. Fry the breaded chicken tenders in small batches for 4-6 minutes until golden brown, checking that they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. Transfer the fried tenders to a wire rack over a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.
  6. In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil, stirring until simmering.
  7. Mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry, then whisk it into the simmering sauce until it thickens.
  8. Toss the warm chicken tenders in the thickened sauce to coat evenly.
  9. Serve the tenders on a platter, garnished with sesame seeds and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 4tendersCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 18mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure to maintain oil temperature for crispy tenders, and avoid overcrowding during frying for best results.

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