Hot Honey Chicken Tenders for Weight Loss
A flavorful and healthy twist on classic chicken tenders, topped with spicy honey glaze and served with a creamy Southwest ranch.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.5 lbs chicken tenderloins
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 1 cup high-protein flour (or regular flour)
- 2 cups crushed corn flakes
- 2 eggs beaten eggs
- 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt (120g)
- 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 small clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1–2 tablespoons water (to thin)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Garnish
- as needed Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven or air fryer. Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then cover with crushed corn flakes. Bake or air fry until golden and cooked through.
- Simmer honey, hot sauce, and minced garlic until combined. Drizzle over cooked chicken.
- Blend ranch ingredients until smooth; add water for drizzle consistency. Serve chicken with ranch and green onions.
Notes
For extra crispiness, spray chicken with cooking spray before baking or air frying.