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Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard

Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard Bliss

Delight in these Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard, a healthy twist on a classic favorite, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders Lean and juicy base
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Tenderizes the chicken
For the Coating
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use cayenne for extra spice
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For crunch, regular won't be as crunchy
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Use sparingly
For the Honey Mustard Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Shallow Dish
  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken tenders and marinate for at least 30 minutes, ideally overnight.
  2. Prepare coating by mixing panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, oregano, and cayenne in a shallow dish.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and dredge in the panko mixture. Arrange on the baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and fully cooked.
  6. While chicken bakes, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for the sauce.
  7. Serve the chicken tenders warm with honey mustard sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken overnight, use panko breadcrumbs for crunch, and flip tenders halfway through cooking for even crispiness.

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