Description
A delicious recipe for Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders that is easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or any neutral cooking oil)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
- Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or spring onions
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken tenderloins and pat them dry with paper towels. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken tender in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken tenders in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Fry the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Return the cooked chicken tenders to the skillet, tossing them gently in the honey garlic sauce to coat evenly. Cook for an additional minute to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to glaze the chicken beautifully.
- Transfer the chicken tenders to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley or sliced spring onions if desired. Serve immediately with your favorite sides such as steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the flour and soy sauce are gluten-free.
- Chicken tenderloins can be substituted with regular chicken breasts cut into strips.
- Adjust the amount of honey according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg