Description
Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard are a crowd-pleasing dish that combines the satisfying crunch of crispy chicken with the sweet and tangy flavor of honey mustard sauce. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to whip up a delectable meal in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Each tender is breaded to perfection using panko breadcrumbs, ensuring every bite is light and crispy. Serve them as an appetizer, main course, or part of a party platter, and watch as they disappear from the table! Whether enjoyed alone or paired with fresh salads and sides, these chicken tenders are sure to become a favorite for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up a breading station: one bowl with seasoned flour, another with beaten eggs, and a third with panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips, then dredge each in flour, dip in eggs, and coat in panko.
- Place breaded strips on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway.
- While baking, whisk together honey and Dijon mustard for the dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg