Crispy Cornflake Chicken Tenders with Hot Honey
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into tenders
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 cups cornflakes, crushed into small pieces (not too fine)
- store-bought hot honey (for drizzling and dipping)
- cooking spray or oil (for baking/air frying)
Instructions
Preheat the oven or air fryer
- Oven: Set to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Air Fryer: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat the basket with cooking spray.
Chicken
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
- Spread the crushed cornflakes in a separate shallow dish.
- Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, making sure it’s evenly coated.
- Roll the chicken in the crushed cornflakes, pressing firmly to ensure the coating sticks.
- Arrange the coated tenders on the lined baking sheet or in the air fryer basket.
Cook until crispy
- Oven: Bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Air Fryer: Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and fully cooked.
- Drizzle hot honey over the crispy tenders or serve it as a dipping sauce on the side.
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