Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Soak chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes, then remove and let excess drip off.
- Combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Dredge each chicken tender in the mixture.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a skillet. Fry coated chicken tenders in batches for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix honey, hot sauce, and melted butter in a bowl to create the hot honey glaze. Brush hot glaze over fried tenders.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour and gradually add milk until thickened. Stir in cheeses, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Mix cheese sauce with cooked elbow macaroni. Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with additional cheese, and bake for 20 minutes.
- Serve Hot Honey Chicken Tenders with Baked Mac and Cheese for a comforting meal.
Nutrition
Notes
For crispiness, reheat leftover tenders in the oven. Ensure chicken is cooled before storing. Ideal for freezing up to 3 months.