Sticky Fingers Chicken
Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with Sticky Fingers Chicken, a crave-worthy dish that's all about bold flavors and crowd-pleasing appeal. This recipe features tender, golden-crisp chicken strips coated in a luscious, homemade sticky sauce made from honey, barbecue sauce, and a hint of hot sauce. The perfect combination of sweet, savory, and spicy makes every bite irresistibly good. Double-dredged in a seasoned flour mixture and fried to perfection, each piece of chicken boasts an ultra-crispy exterior while staying juicy on the inside. Best of all, this quick and easy recipe is ready in under an hour, making it ideal for casual dinners, parties, or game day spreads. Serve these sticky chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauces or pair them with classic sides like fries, coleslaw, or a crisp salad for a complete meal. Perfect for families, foodies, and anyone who loves indulgent comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 eggs
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.5 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk to evenly combine.
In another small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk to create an egg wash.
Pat the chicken tenderloins dry with a paper towel. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, dip it into the egg wash, and then coat it again in the flour mixture to create a double layer. Set aside on a plate.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully fry the chicken strips in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the oil. Cook each piece for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
In a saucepan over low heat, combine the honey, barbecue sauce, hot sauce, and butter. Stir until the butter is completely melted and the sauce is smooth. Taste and adjust the heat level by adding more hot sauce, if desired.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a large mixing bowl. Pour the sticky sauce over the chicken and gently toss to coat each piece evenly.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or side dish, such as fries, a salad, or coleslaw.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 673.1 g | 863% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.3 g | 546% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 403.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 783 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 4602 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 285.9 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 149.7 g | ||
| Protein | 165.6 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 367 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 2491 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
