Prepare your taste buds for a flavor explosion with these sticky lemon pepper tenders! Perfectly seasoned, crisply coated, and drenched in a zesty, sticky sauce, this dish will be a hit at any gathering or a delightful twist to your weeknight dinners. Let’s dive in.
Ingredients:
Chicken Tenders:
- 1 pound of chicken tenders
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup of cornflakes, crushed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic pepper seasoning
- Zest of 1 lemon
Sticky Lemon Pepper Sauce:
- 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
- Juice of 3 lemons
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 2 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions:
- Season the chicken with smoked paprika and salt.
- Dip each chicken tender first into the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the cornflake mixture.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with enough oil to fry the tenders. Cook the chicken until golden and crispy (3-4 minutes per side).
- For the sauce, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, and light soy sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic. Bring to a simmer and then whisk in the cornstarch. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Toss the chicken tenders in the sauce.
- Serve your hot, and enjoy.
