Honey Butter Crispy Chicken is the kind of sweet–savory comfort that makes you close your eyes on the first bite — crunchy golden chicken soaked in warm honey butter that melts right into every crackle. It tastes like pure happiness, the kind of meal that feels both cozy and special, like something you’d make when you want to treat yourself or someone you love. One bite is pure magic.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders or cutlets
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Oil for frying
For the honey butter:
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup honey
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Start by soaking the chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 20 minutes (or up to 4 hours for extra tenderness).
In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).