Description
Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard are a delightful treat that combines crispy, juicy chicken strips with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, sure to please both kids and adults alike. Imagine biting into golden-brown tenders that are seasoned to perfection and served with a homemade honey mustard sauce that elevates each bite. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can create a memorable meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Bake them to crispy perfection and enjoy the satisfying crunch paired with the creamy dip—an irresistible combination that’s bound to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup bread crumbs (plain or seasoned)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one filled with bread crumbs.
- Cut the chicken breasts into strips. Dip each strip first in the flour mixture, then in the egg wash, and finally coat it in bread crumbs.
- Arrange the coated chicken on the baking sheet without overlapping.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- While baking, mix equal parts honey and Dijon mustard for the dipping sauce. Serve tenders hot with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate your chicken in honey mustard before breading for at least 30 minutes. - Experiment by adding spices like paprika or garlic powder to your flour mixture for added flavor. - Pair these tenders with sweet potato fries or fresh salads for a complete meal.