# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Dredging Station
04 - ½ cup all-purpose flour
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 2 tbsp water
→ Coating
07 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
08 - 1 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - ½ tsp onion powder
11 - 2 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil spray
→ Hot Honey
12 - ¼ cup honey
13 - 1–2 tsp hot sauce (e.g., Franks RedHot or Sriracha), to taste
14 - ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
02 - Pat chicken tenders dry and season evenly with kosher salt and black pepper.
03 - Set up three shallow bowls: flour in the first, beaten eggs mixed with water in the second, and seasoned panko breadcrumbs combined with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder in the third.
04 - Dredge each tender in flour, shake off excess, dip into egg wash, then coat thoroughly in the seasoned panko mixture.
05 - Lightly spray or brush both sides of each breaded tender with olive oil or neutral oil.
06 - Place tenders in a single layer inside the air fryer basket; cook for 7–8 minutes, flip, then cook an additional 6–7 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
07 - Combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan; warm gently over low heat, stirring until blended without boiling.
08 - Remove tenders from fryer, immediately drizzle with hot honey, and serve extra on the side.
