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Applebee’s Honey Pepper Chicken Tenders – Copycat Recipe
Mar 07, 2026
Applebee’s Honey Pepper Chicken Tenders – Copycat Recipe
Indulge in the crispy, sweet, and spicy flavors of Applebee’s Honey Pepper Chicken Tenders right at home! This easy copycat recipe features tender chicken strips coated in seasoned breading and drizzled with a delightful honey pepper sauce.
Recipe Details
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| Servings | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- In a bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture.
- Fry chicken tenders in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- In a separate saucepan, heat honey and crushed red pepper flakes over low heat to make the sauce.
- Once chicken is done, drizzle with honey pepper sauce before serving.
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 350 calories |
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| Fat | 18g fat |
| Carbohydrates | 35g carbohydrates |
| Protein | 15g protein |
Handy Tips
- For extra crispy tenders, double dip them in buttermilk and flour.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
Ingredient Swaps
- Buttermilk: Use regular milk mixed with a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice.
- All-purpose flour: Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
